privileged communication
Law
noun
1A communication that may not be entered into evidence because of a protected relationship between the speakers (as an attorney and client, husband and wife, or doctor and patient).
2A communication made between such persons and in such circumstances that it is not actionable, unless made with malice.
Origin
Early 19th century.
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