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Definition of privet

privet

/ˈprɪv.ɪt/
priv · et
Plural:privets
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privet Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Any of various deciduous or evergreen shrubs of the genus Ligustrum in the olive family (Oleaceae), native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia, characterized by glossy green leaves, small fragrant white flowers, and dark berries, and widely planted as hedges.

Example

"The gardener spent the afternoon trimming the overgrown privet hedge along the front boundary of the yard."

• Rhymes for privet

• Nearby Words

privates
privatization
privatize
privet
privilege
privileged
privy

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Privet. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/privet
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