Private
/ˈpraɪvɪt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Pertaining to an individual or entity's personal or nonpublic rights or property not accessible to the general public or the government.
The company safeguards its private data from unauthorized access.
- (adj.) Restricted in access or disclosure; confidential.
The documents contain private information that must remain undisclosed.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'private' typically contrasts with 'public' and may imply rights, information, or property reserved for an individual or limited group, emphasizing restriction or exclusivity.
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