What is freedom? What does it mean to be free?

Freedom is when you aren't being controlled by other people. Freedom is everyone's right. Freedom is something we are born with. Freedom is when you can do whatever you want with out being controlled. Free is when you don't have to be mistreated. Being free is when you can be able to control your own life. Back when they had slaves , slaves would do anything to be free. That's what free means.Being free means to have your voice of opinion heard.