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privy

adjective noun

(followed by ‘to’) informed about something secret or not generally known

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
P
Ends with
Y
Contains
RI
Scrabble score
13
CEFR level
C1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈpɹɪv.i

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. (followed by ‘to’) informed about something secret or not generally known

    “Privy to the details of the conspiracy”

adjective

  1. Hidden from general view or use

    “A privy place to rest and think”

noun

  1. A small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate

noun

  1. A room or building equipped with one or more toilets

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Example Sentences

Privy to the details of the conspiracy
A privy place to rest and think
A secluded romantic spot
A secret garden

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