No. 11,124 in French
privatisation
The transfer of ownership of a business or service from the public sector to the private sector.
In a sentence
La privatisation des entreprises publiques est un sujet de débat.
The privatization of public companies is a topic of debate.
The word 'privatisation' is used here as a noun to describe the act of transferring companies or services from public to private ownership or control.
Ils critiquent la privatisation des espaces verts en ville.
They criticize the privatization of green spaces in the city.
'Privatisation' refers to the act of making previously public spaces or amenities private, often leading to restricted access.
La privatisation peut mener à une amélioration de l'efficacité économique.
Privatization can lead to improved economic efficiency.
Here, 'privatisation' is discussed in conceptual terms, evaluating potential outcomes of transferring assets or services from public to private sectors.
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