private provision
[ˈpraɪvət prəˈvɪʒən]
nounpl: private provisions
provisão privada
1. A supply or stock of goods, especially food, kept for future use by a private individual or organization
The family made private provisions for the winter months.
A família fez provisões privadas para os meses de inverno.
2. A clause or condition included in a private agreement, contract, or legal document
There is a private provision in the contract that protects the buyer's interests.
Há uma cláusula privada no contrato que protege os interesses do comprador.
3. The supply of goods or services by private entities rather than by the government or public sector
Private provision of healthcare has increased in developing countries.
A provisão privada de serviços de saúde aumentou nos países em desenvolvimento.
The term 'private provision' has gained prominence in Brazil and Portugal with increased discussions about privatization of public services, particularly in healthcare, education, and infrastructure. In the USA, it reflects the emphasis on private sector involvement in traditionally public sectors. The concept reflects different economic philosophies regarding the balance between public and private responsibility for essential services.
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