lip. 1  Anatomy a. Either of two fleshy structures that surround the opening of the mouth in humans and other mammals. b. In humans, the smooth brownish to reddish border of the lip. 2  A structure or part that encircles or bounds an orifice, as: a. Anatomy A labium. b. The margin of flesh around a wound. c.
Civil liberties concern basic rights and freedoms that are guaranteed -- either explicitly identified in the Bill of Rights and the Constitution, or interpreted through the years by courts and lawmakers. Civil liberties include: 1  Freedom of speech. 2  The right to privacy. 3  The right to be free from unreasonable searches of your home. 4  The right to a fair court trial.
Civil liberties are those rights that belong to everyone. They are protections against government and are guaranteed by the Constitution, legislation and judicial decisions. Civil rights are the positive acts of government designed to prevent discrimination and provide equal protection under the laws.