Definitions

1. noun

A shrub or small tree with white or yellow flowers, especially the European privet (Ligustrum vulgare) or the Japanese privet (Ligustrum japonicum).

“The gardener trimmed the privet hedge to maintain its neat shape.”

2. noun

A small, unimportant person who is associated with someone or something more important.

“The politician’s privet was seen arguing with a protester outside the event.”

3. verb

To make or become private, especially by excluding others from a conversation.

“She priveted her social media account to block unwanted followers.”

4. verb

To conceal or hide something.

“The detective priveted the evidence from the public eye.”