Meaning of public school in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    public school

    Definitions

    1. a tuition free school in the United States supported by taxes and controlled by a school board
  2. 2. private independent secondary school in Great Britain supported by endowment and tuition

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