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pub·lic-spir·it·ed | \ ˈpə-blik-ˈspir-ə-təd 
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\Definition of public-spirited
: motivated by devotion to the general welfare
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public-spirited
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of public-spirited
somewhat formal : having or showing a desire to help other people
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The first known use of public-spirited was in 1650
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