Meaning of the word privatize in English
What does privatize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
privatize
US /ˈpraɪ.və.taɪz/
UK /ˈpraɪ.və.taɪz/
Verb
1.
transfer (a business, industry, or service) from public to private ownership and control
Example:
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The government plans to privatize the national airline.
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Many public services have been privatized over the past decades.
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