Public Infrastructure
/ˈpʌblɪk ˌɪnfrəˈstrʌktʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) Facilities and systems owned or maintained by government or public authorities for public use, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and communications.
The government allocated funds to improve public infrastructure to support economic growth.
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Commentary
When drafting, distinguish "public infrastructure" from privately owned infrastructure by emphasizing governmental ownership or control.
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