Private Property
/ˈpraɪvɪt ˈprɒpərti/
Definitions
- (n.) Property owned by individuals or entities rather than by the state or public, granting exclusive use and control.
The fence clearly marks the boundary of private property.
- (n.) Legal right of individuals or entities to possess, use, and dispose of property without unwarranted government interference.
Private property rights are protected under the constitution.
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Commentary
The term primarily denotes ownership distinguishable from public or state property; usage often centers on legal rights and boundaries protecting individual ownership.
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