1. not open to or intended for the general public; private
2. not owned, controlled, or funded by the government

Examples

• The meeting was held in a nonpublic session.
• Students can attend either public or nonpublic schools.
• The company’s nonpublic financial records were kept confidential.
• Access to the nonpublic areas of the building is restricted.
• Many nonpublic organizations rely on private donations.
• The nonpublic hearing was closed to reporters.
• Nonpublic companies don’t have to disclose their earnings publicly.