English Dictionary
Definition the third sector in British English
the third sector noun
noun
/ˌθɜː(r)d ˈsektə(r)/
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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