verb (used with object), pri·va·tized, pri·va·tiz·ing. to transfer from public or government control or ownership to private enterprise: a campaign promise to privatize some of the public lands.

Is private a noun or verb?

As detailed above, 'private' can be a noun or an adjective. Adjective usage: He quit public life, living quietly as a private citizen. Adjective usage: The identity of the beneficiaries of the trust is private. Adjective usage: Can we go someplace more private.

How do you use Privatise in a sentence?

1. The government has ditched plans to privatise the prison. 2. A particular source of contention is plans to privatise state-run companies.