Meaning of the word "free thinker" in English

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free thinker

US /ˈfriː ˌθɪŋkər/
UK /ˈfriː ˌθɪŋkər/

Noun

a person who forms their own opinions and beliefs, rather than accepting those of others, especially in matters of religion or politics

Example:
She's always been a free thinker, questioning traditions and norms.
As a free thinker, he refused to accept dogma without critical examination.