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Definition the third sector in American English

the third sector noun

noun
/ˌθɜrd ˈsektər/
1

the part of the economy that consists of charities and other non-profit organizations

Example

Volunteering is key to breaking into the third sector.

Example

We work nationally with a range of public, private and third sector organizations.

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Definition the third sector in American English