privately

//ˈpraɪvətli//
B2Frequency Level 9Neutral
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Adverb

privatelyCanonical form
1

in a private manner; not publicly or in the presence of others

They met privately to discuss the matter.

2

in a way that is not connected with one's official position or work; personally

Although he is a politician, he spoke to me privately as a friend.

3

by a private individual or organization rather than by the state

The hospital is privately owned and operated.

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