privately Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adverb kept private or confined to those intimately concerned
in private; in camera.
- it was discussed privately between the two men
- privately, she thought differently
- some member of his own party hoped privately for his defeat
- he was questioned in private
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adverb by a private person or interest
- a privately financed campaign
WordNet
Pri"vate*ly adverb
Definitions
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In a private manner; not openly; without the presence of others. -
In a manner affecting an individual; personally not officially; as, he is not .privately benefited