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private (adjective)

Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.

💬 Example

"I need a private room to make a phone call."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Private Eye' (detective) who looks for 'Private' things in 'Private' places. The word starts with 'PRI', lik...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
personal confidential secret individual secluded
⚠️ Common Mistakes

He told me a private. → He told me something in private.

This is my personal room. → This is my private room.

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