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Definition of semipublic

semipublic

/ˌsɛm.iˈpʌb.lɪk/
sem · i · pub · lic
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semipublic Lexical Profile

semipublic Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Open or accessible to a certain segment of the public, or open to the general public under certain restrictions, conditions, or fees.

Example

"The apartment complex features a semipublic courtyard that connects the residential lobby to the neighborhood cafe."

2

Jointly owned, funded, or operated by a government and a private enterprise, or privately operated while serving a public function and subject to government regulation.

Example

"The regional transit authority operates as a semipublic corporation, receiving both municipal subsidies and private investment."

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• Rhymes for semipublic

• Nearby Words

semipro
semiprofessional
semiprofessionally
semipublic
semiraw
semiretired
semiretirement

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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