public school

public school

noun

Definition of PUBLIC SCHOOL

1

: an endowed secondary boarding school in Great Britain offering a classical curriculum and preparation for the universities or public service

2

: a free tax-supported school controlled by a local governmental authority

Examples of PUBLIC SCHOOL

1. Both of their sons attend public school.

First Known Use of PUBLIC SCHOOL

1580

Rhymes with PUBLIC SCHOOL

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