Private Definition & Meaning
private
- adjective
- confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy; "a private place"; "private discussions"; "private lessons"; "a private club"; "a private secretary"; "private property"; "the former President is now a private citizen"; "public figures struggle to maintain a private life"
- concerning things deeply private and personal; "private correspondence"; "private family matters"
- concerning one person exclusively; "we all have individual cars"; "each room has a private bath"
- not expressed; "secret (or private) thoughts"
- noun
- an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines; "our prisoner was just a private and knew nothing of value"
"Private" in song lyrics
See how private is used in real songs:
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"Send 'em off to school, if you're lucky it'll be private"
CL5 — The Manifesto -
"like the subject of God is a private"
The Cross Movement — Think On These Things -
"Call my second private"
DJ Muggs f/ GZA, RZA — Third World
Words that rhyme with private
Usage tips for "private"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "private" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for private to find words that pair well.