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That which affects, characterizes, or belongs to an individual person, as opposed to the general public. LAW, PRIVATE. An act of the legislature which relates to some private matters, which do not concern the public at large. PRIVATE. Not general, as a private act of the legislature; not in office; as, a private person, as well as an officer, may arrest a felon; individual, as your private interest; not public, as a private way, a private nuisance. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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They compared episiotomy rates by residents and faculty to private practitioners. Mr Marovino is a private practitioner at Preferred Medicine, Spine, Sports and Occupational Rehabilitation clinic. Rossi noted that this marks the first time the Institute's Distinguished Service Award has been given to someone for their service as a private practitioner (as contrasted with government service). |
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