public
All the people, not just those in a group or government.
The people as a whole, especially those not belonging to a specific group such as the government or an organization.
For everyone to use or see, not private.
Open for use, participation, or view by anyone without restriction.
Provided by the government for everyone.
Relating to or provided by the government for the benefit of all citizens.
Happening where many people can see or hear it.
Done, said, or occurring where many people can see or hear it.
- Base: public
- Base: public
- Plural: public, publics
go public
1reveal information or sell shares openly
To tell many people something that was private, or when a company starts selling its shares on the stock market.
- She decided to go public with her story.
- The company plans to go public next year.
in public
1where others can see or hear
Happening where other people can see or hear you.
- He never sings in public.
- They were seen holding hands in public.
make public
1announce openly to everyone
To tell everyone something, not keep it secret.
- The company made the results public yesterday.
- Her resignation was made public this morning.
public service announcement
1official message for citizens
An official message that gives important information to people.
- The radio aired a public service announcement about road safety.
- Public service announcements are often used during emergencies.
public opinion
1beliefs of most people
What most people think about something.
- Public opinion has turned against the war.
- Public opinion is against the new law.
- The policy was changed due to public opinion.
- The scandal changed public opinion about the politician.