Synonyms

private practice

American

noun

the practice of one's profession as an independent rather than as an employee.

private practice British

noun

medical practice that is not part of the National Health Service

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private practices

plural

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private practice

A graduate of Columbia University law school, Hellerstein served as a lawyer in the US Army from 1957 to 1960 before entering private practice.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

It was around that time three years ago that she discovered Dr Cat Anderson, a Staffordshire-based GP who works in private practice and for the NHS.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

The private practice she started in 2022 in a small suite now occupies an entire floor and a downstairs reception area, with satellite offices in Chino and downtown Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026

And it’s not just private practice lawyers, either.

From Salon ● Jul. 31, 2026

I didn't say nothing, and the coach followed up with, "This is a private practice."

From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds

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