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private school
–noun
| a school founded, conducted, and maintained by a private group rather than by the government, usually charging tuition and often following a particular philosophy, viewpoint, etc. |
Origin:
1820–30
1820–30

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| private school n. A secondary or elementary school run and supported by private individuals or a corporation rather than by a government or public agency. |
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