Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun The part of the economy that is controlled or funded by the government.
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- noun
Industries orservices provided orfunded by thegovernment - adjective Of or relating to industries or services provided or funded by the government
Etymologies
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public + sector
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