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1. privy
noun. ['ˈprɪvi'] a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate.
Synonyms
Etymology
- privé (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- privatus (Latin)
Rhymes with Privy
- spivey
- vivie
- sivy
- livvie
- kivi
- divvy
How do you pronounce privy?
Pronounce privy as ˈprɪvi.
US - How to pronounce privy in American English
UK - How to pronounce privy in British English
Sentences with privy
1. Adjective
They are privy to information on how to secure financial help via sources unknown to most home school parents.
2. Verb, past participle
Your GM will doubtlessly be busy in meetings and performing administrative tasks you may not be privy to.
Quotes about privy
1. I have been called arrogant myself in my time, and hope to earn the title again, but to claim that I am privy to the secrets of the universe and its creator - that's beyond my conceit.
- Christopher Hitchens
2. privy
noun. ['ˈprɪvi'] a room or building equipped with one or more toilets.
Synonyms
Etymology
- privé (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- privatus (Latin)