PRIVY

• (noun) a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate

  synonyms : earth-closet , jakes , outhouse

  After a long journey, the traveler rushed to the privy to relieve himself. -added by naila_inlas

• (noun) a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

  synonyms : bathroom , can , john , lav , lavatory , toilet

  Due to an increase in customers, the Bull’s Inn decided to build a larger privy on its premises. -added by naila_inlas

• (adj.) (followed by `to') informed about something secret or not generally known

  "privy to the details of the conspiracy"

  Huckleberry Finn was privy to Tom Sawyer’s plan to hunt for hidden gold. -added by naila_inlas

• (adj.) hidden from general view or use

  "a privy place to rest and think", "a secluded romantic spot", "a secret garden"

  synonyms : secluded , secret

  The robber found a privy place by the edge of the forest. -added by naila_inlas

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