public-spirited

adjective

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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The first known use of public-spirited was in 1650

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public-spirited

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of public-spirited

somewhat formal : having or showing a desire to help other people

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