Definition for PRIV'I-LEGE

PRIV'I-LEGE, v.t.

  1. To grant some particular right or exemption to; to invest with a peculiar right or immunity; as, to privilege representatives from arrest; to privilege the officers and students of a college from military duty.
  2. To exempt from censure or danger. This place doth privilege me. – Daniel.

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