Definition of public in English:

public

adjective ˈpʌblɪkˈpəblɪk

1Of or concerning the people as a whole.
public concern
public affairs
Example sentencesExamples
- Irish nightclubs are big business but public order concerns are threatening to cut short the party.
- Do we ban tobacco out of concern for public health, or do we allow people the freedom to choose their own evils.
- That is a matter for public concern for those living in the region.
- Mr Fitzgerald said the right of the press and the public to know matters of legitimate public concern was recognised.
- Concern with public welfare found an echo in another reforming current - that provided by the Church.
- He is bound to recognise the acute public concern rightly aroused where deaths occur in custody.
- They maintain that since public safety is their concern therefore they have to be very cautious.
- We need to know how the delay happened, and if there are any other public health concerns that we need to know about.
- Plans for a new nightspot in Maldon have been rejected by district councillors concerned about public safety.
- West Yorkshire Police continue to have serious concerns about public safety.
- This division is important in getting really valid issues and concerns into the public forum.
- She argues that the paper trivialises legitimate public concern over GM foods.
- It is perhaps worth noting that the issue of secrecy in matters of public affairs has been long a source of public concern.
- The trust recognised public concern but did not have any grounds to object to the trial.
- These matters are of grave public concern and the people deserve to know the truth.
- As the school year started two years ago there was little public concern over this.
- We recognise that this remains a matter of considerable public concern.
- In my experience, the press gallery is more concerned with public affairs than private ones.
- Manners are not a private affair, but are matters of great public concern.
- But he said he was increasingly concerned about the public cynicism of politics and politicians.
Synonyms
popular, general, common, communal, collective, shared, joint, universal, widespread
1. 1.1 Open to or shared by all the people of an area or country.
  a public library
  Example sentencesExamples
  People are complaining about the mess, and there is a big fine for owners of dogs that soil public areas.
  People living in the area believed it was to be a public meeting where they would have the opportunity to have their say.
  There will be a public meeting for all residents of the area on a date to be announced in the Autumn.
  The first phase of the project includes the refurbishment of the bedrooms and revamping the bar and public areas.
  The ration of half an hour per week or fortnight is simply not enough and this should not be a case of finance but it should be in the area of public amenity.
  A regular visitor to the north Cotswolds has kicked up a stink about the state of the public toilets in the area.
  It was icy on the road inside the residential area while the public roads are completely clear of snow already.
  There was a place a little further down that had a public open area for the community.
  This site is an area of public open space zoned for recreation and amenity.
  Residents in Redvales angered over plans to build a new nursery in the area held a public meeting on Monday.
  This is a public meeting and all people in the area are welcome to attend.
  Maritz said the parking area was public open space - he could not allow the deck to remain.
  The roof needs replacing, and although most of the public areas look fine, there are parts of the castle which are in a very bad state.
  A number of local residents have put forward proposals to make the wooded public area a greater amenity for villagers.
  They will be presenting their case to an open public meeting at Guildhall next Tuesday at 7.30 pm.
  She wondered whether the change would qualify that area for more public lighting and footpaths.
  We are about to embark on a campaign of planting and general enhancement of public areas.
  Mr Longworth said Miss Suri was wearing correct footwear and was in an area approved for public access when she slipped.
  The initial contribution will be used to add public art to the area in front of Keighley Shared Church and the adjacent car park.
  To date, the city has held several open houses and public meetings about the plans, he said.
  Synonyms
  open (to the public), communal, not private, not exclusive, accessible to all, available, free, unrestricted, community
2. 1.2 Of or involved in the affairs of the community, especially in government or entertainment.
  he was forced to withdraw from public life
  a public figure
  Example sentencesExamples
  She'd say she turned her back on a public career very deliberately.
  More and more of my students seek careers in lobbying and public affairs from the get go.
  Lewis should have recognized the fact that media coverage plays a great role in shaping public image.
  He said Yorath was a public figure, who had tried to be a role model, but he recognised that his guilty plea meant he had failed.
  And second, the public career of one of the country's most formidable politicians.
  There is nothing wrong with public figures adapting their style to communicate with the widest number of people.
  He dislikes electioneering, is awkward in explaining his vision and is a poor public communicator.
  We take a look at the world of entertainment, pointing at various public figures and being all sarcastic.
  When he was defeated a second time in 1979, it looked as though his career in Welsh public life was at an end.
  It helps women to achieve their full potential in their careers and public lives.
  Synonyms
  prominent, well known, in the public eye, leading, important, eminent, pre-eminent, recognized, distinguished, notable, noteworthy, noted, outstanding, foremost, of mark
  illustrious, celebrated, famous, renowned, acclaimed, famed, honoured, esteemed, respected, well thought of, influential, prestigious
2Done, perceived, or existing in open view.
he wanted a public apology in the Wall Street Journal
we should talk somewhere less public
Example sentencesExamples
- Do we really gain anything from barring extreme points of view from public discourse?
- He seems to have a strategy, but it is one that he does not seem to have laid open for public view and debate.
- In my view, this public distaste for Charles is to do with his behaviour, not his position.
- It is the attempt to exclude such views from acceptable public discourse that is anti-democratic.
- Which soap actor made a public apology for exposing himself on the internet?
Synonyms
known, widely known, overt, plain, obvious, in circulation, published, publicized, exposed
3Of or provided by the state rather than an independent, commercial company.
public spending
public services
Example sentencesExamples
- We stand against privatisation of public services and against tuition fees.
- The government is hostile to public ownership and holds private business in utter reverence.
- It's a serious argument over whether to increase spending on public services or to lift people out of poverty.
- Then attention shifted to a relentless focus on levels of government spending on public services.
- We believe this would combine the best elements of public ownership with private sector efficiency.
- Privatised industries must be returned to public ownership with no compensation for speculative gains.
- It will be a supreme test of the virtues of public ownership over privatisation.
- These buildings are private properties, but public money is being spent.
- Dundee Partnership is yet to finalise the plans, but is in pursuit of funding from private and public bodies.
- It is a great opportunity to defend public services against the privatisers.
- Of course the tone set by those at the top of the Government influences the civil service and public bodies.
- For years, this country has spent far too little on our public services.
- Why get your procedure done in a public hospital rather than a private clinic?
- She maintained the overall tax-take in order to keep up spending on public services.
- Money, I may add, that could have been spent on improving public services.
- This applies whether the developer is a private developer or a public body.
- We want to end privatisation and bring services back into public ownership.
- This time the SNP is emphasising better public services rather than the cost of delivering them.
- All governments spend public money raised from private citizens and corporations in taxes.
- They said it was sometimes easier for women to progress in the public rather than private sector.
Synonyms
state, national, federal, government
constitutional, democratic, civic, civil, official, social, municipal, community, local
communal, nationalized, state-owned
urban, metropolitan
4British Of, for, or acting for a university.
public examination results
Example sentencesExamples
- In the public universities the government is planning to impose fees on students.
- We also need to bear in mind that most US students still go to public universities.
- The plan will go back before councillors and may also be put through a public examination process before being finalised.
- In fact public universities, as a result, have had to raise their tuitions dramatically.
- Like most public institutions the university has not escaped the effects of neo-liberalism.

noun ˈpʌblɪkˈpəblɪk

1the publictreated as singular or plural Ordinary people in general; the community.
the library is open to the public
the general public have a right to know
Example sentencesExamples
- The final phase of the project will consist of competitions open to the general public.
- An official opening will be held tomorrow night before it opens to the general public again on Saturday.
- The letters of the alphabet ought to, and should, be open to the general public for use.
- Public history also sought to enhance communication between historians and the general public.
- Many experts have thus given up the attempt to communicate with the general public.
- Apart from which, they were enormously popular with the general public.
- The central question under section 41 is the risk to the public from serious harm.
- Yet the greatest prize was informing the public on matters of world interest.
- I cite these examples to illustrate the controlled ignorance of the general public at that time.
- The news networks picked up the story and asked the public for help.
- Often the mainstream media have done more to mislead than to inform the public on the issues behind the protests.
- The museum will open to the general public when all school appointments are finished.
- However, he reassured his constituents and the general public that he had no such intention.
- Most members of the general public would regard them as stiff or rigid.
- Such relationships are often maintained at the expense of the voters and the general public.
- Regrettably, the general public is almost totally unaware of this important research.
- Members of all denominations and the general public are invited to attend the Legacy service.
- Is it going to be about informing the public of the dangers?
- Police have now turned to the public for help over the August 27 attack.
- The course is suitable and worthwhile for all members of the general public.
Synonyms
people, citizens, subjects, general public, electors, electorate, voters, taxpayers, ratepayers, residents, inhabitants, citizenry, population, populace, community, society, country, nation, world
everyone
1. 1.1with adjective or noun modifier A section of the community having a particular interest or connection.
  the reading public
  Example sentencesExamples
  Like the rest of the reading public, I have grown used to waiting for her.
  At some stage he noticed that illiteracy was far greater amongst the seeing than the reading public.
  Frankly, it may be complex to give a round up of all this to the French reading public, but we hope to be able to do that.
  And one which drew the applause, I think, of all major sections of the sporting publics of the world who were watching it.
  York amateur boxing is poised to leap up from the canvas again - but it needs support of the city's sporting public.
  Inspiringly, it was a venture that went down well with the reading public.
  How far are you willing to accommodate the reading public in its need for good entertainment?
  This feeds the idea of the Internet audience as a participatory, democratic public.
  Whether these developments increased the reading public is another matter.
  It also provides a place for me to share what I write with a reading public.
  They sell better because the reading public feels it is getting value for money.
  This was guaranteed to win the support of the animal-loving British public.
  The various publics, having other interests or no inclination toward foreign matters short of war, tended toward apathy.
  The British travelling public is the most resilient in the world.
  The Victorian reading public had an insatiable appetite for this kind of fiction.
  Perhaps filmmakers today think the viewing public is too stupid to understand political issues.
  He is no longer one of that select group of monarchs in whom the reading or viewing public is thought to be interested.
  The American viewing public's interest is a powerful force in the future of the Games.
  The idea of multiple publics blurs - or, worse, dodges - the issue of what we ought to be doing in the academy, the issue being to my mind how we ought to try to think about the public as a unifiable but not now unified field.
  Ivory is now out of fashion due to conservationist efforts to educate the buying public.
  Synonyms
  body of support, backing, patronage
2. 1.2one's publicinformal The people who watch or are interested in an artist, writer, or performer.
  some famous last words to give my public
  Example sentencesExamples
  It's a strange but pleasant feeling, meeting one's public for the first time.
  Suddenly, as if on cue, he straightened his shoulders and walked downstage to greet his public.
  I descend to greet my public at 11 pm and am able to scrutinize at least 6 different chins and sets of grinning teeth at close quarters.
  Synonyms
  audience, spectators, concertgoers, theatregoers, followers, following, fans, devotees, aficionados, admirers
  patrons, clientele, market, consumers, buyers, customers, readers
  informal buffs, freaks
2British
short for public bar or public house

Phrases

go public

1Become a public company.
the company's share price has nearly quadrupled since it went public
Example sentencesExamples
- There is the potential to grow rapidly, and if you do, getting bought out or going public are distinct possibilities.
- There will also be some franchises that ultimately will go public.
- Similarly, we see lots of unformed companies go public at rather extraordinary valuations.
- Also on the agenda will be how to accelerate sales of the government's stakes in public companies and allowing insurers to go public.
- Absolutely everything was accelerated, from hiring to going public.
- Investors don't get their money out until the partnership liquidates or goes public, which typically doesn't happen for 10 to 15 years.
- For others, it means going public and answering to shareholders.
- Other Irish agencies went public, and mergers and acquisitions abounded.
- And not only are more money-losing companies going public, initial valuations can be distinctly frothy.
- Still, why would Seagate consider going public with tech valuations so low?
2Reveal details about a previously private concern.
Bates went public with the news at a press conference
Example sentencesExamples
- And people are wondering why I went public with this!
- Coalition MPs were briefed at a special meeting called just before the Prime Minister went public with his plans to strengthen counter-terrorism laws.
- But it picked up Lee's cause as soon as the government went public with its outrageous actions.
- Recently, you went public with a very personal struggle that you had with eating disorders.
- Over the past few days, since I went public with my complaints concerning the casino, I have been swamped with phone calls regarding the actions I took.
- Wilson, now retired, was so appalled at the administration's misuse of a discredited story that he went public with his information.
- His ex-wife went public with her shocking health secret on this very show.
- Let's see how this one runs, especially so shortly after the Cheif Constable went public with his suspicions!
- The couple went public with their relationship back in April.
- He went public with his diagnosis of lung cancer last week.

in public

In view of other people; when others are present.
men don't cry in public
Example sentencesExamples
- When I am out in public and light up I abide by and respect the rules of wherever I am.
- No doubt when the current government falls, there will be dirty linen washed in public.
- So we were not used to seeing strong men crying in public, and not at all sure how to react when we did.
- He is not seen much in public these days and his views on the situation are not known.
- He is a man who speaks reluctantly, at least in public, of disappointment and griefs.
- If this is how some people behave in public, Heaven only knows how they carry on in their own homes.
- That gave Aitken confidence to talk in public about justice and honour when he knew he was lying.
- He says in public what other MPs say in private, which confers upon him a kind of immunity.
- He added that no decision had been made yet on whether to ban smoking in public.
- You expect to be ticked off from time to time if you venture your views in public.
Synonyms
publicly, in full view of people public, in full view of the public, openly, in the open, for all to see, undisguisedly, blatantly, flagrantly, brazenly, with no attempt at concealment, overtly, boldly, audaciously, unashamedly, shamelessly, unabashed, wantonly, immodestly

the public eye

The state of being known or of interest to people in general, especially through the media.
the pressures of being constantly in the public eye
Example sentencesExamples
- I will be in the public eye and will have to hold myself and behave in a manner becoming of that position.
- Growing up in the public eye certainly accelerated the maturing process.
- A hive of activity is taking place away from the public eye at the new Commonwealth Games stadium.
- You don't have to be a politician or a person in the public eye to gain media attention.
- People in the public eye could learn a thing or two from the princess.
- She urged celebrities and people in the public eye not to wear fur as this can lead to fashion trends being set.
- He shied away from the public eye in the months leading up to the conference.
- But it is time now to draw back from treating him as a public spectacle and let him fight his demons out of the public eye.
- The committees performed well in bringing information about these cases to the public eye.
- Make periodic withdrawals from the public eye with consequent eagerly anticipated comebacks.
Synonyms
the spotlight, the limelight, the glare of publicity, prominence

Origin

Late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin publicus, blend of poplicus 'of the people' (from populus 'people') and pubes 'adult'.

The root of public, Latin publicus, is shared by publish (Middle English) ‘to make public’ and republic (late 16th century) Latin res public ‘the business of the people’, and is related to people. People have been able to go to a public house for a drink since the 1650s, and to the abbreviated pub since around 1800. In Australia they could also stay the night—there a pub can also be a hotel. The first publicans were collectors of taxes (collectors of the public revenue), not sellers of drinks. This explains the disparaging references to them in various biblical passages, such as: ‘And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners?’ (Gospel of Matthew). The use of the term to refer to a person who manages a pub dates from the early 18th century. In North America and elsewhere public schools are schools supported by public funds and open to all, and people often wonder why English public schools, which are private, fee-paying, and independent, are so called. In England a public school, a term first recorded in 1580, was originally a grammar school founded for the benefit of the public, as opposed to a private school run for the profit of its owner. Such schools were open to all and took resident students from beyond their local neighbourhood. The passing of the Public Schools Act in 1868 to regulate the large, long-established schools of Eton, Winchester, Westminster, Harrow, Rugby, Charterhouse, Shrewsbury, Merchant Taylors’, and St Paul's, led to the term becoming a prestigious one which was also applied to newer schools. The source of the saying any publicity is good publicity appears to be a passage by Raymond Chandler, in the Black Mask (1933): ‘Rhonda Farr said: “Publicity, darling. Just publicity. Any kind is better than none at all.” ’ An alternative form is there's no such thing as bad publicity.

Definition of public in US English:

public

adjectiveˈpəblikˈpəblɪk

1Of or concerning the people as a whole.
public concern
public affairs
Example sentencesExamples
- In my experience, the press gallery is more concerned with public affairs than private ones.
- As the school year started two years ago there was little public concern over this.
- It is perhaps worth noting that the issue of secrecy in matters of public affairs has been long a source of public concern.
- They maintain that since public safety is their concern therefore they have to be very cautious.
- She argues that the paper trivialises legitimate public concern over GM foods.
- Do we ban tobacco out of concern for public health, or do we allow people the freedom to choose their own evils.
- We need to know how the delay happened, and if there are any other public health concerns that we need to know about.
- Mr Fitzgerald said the right of the press and the public to know matters of legitimate public concern was recognised.
- Manners are not a private affair, but are matters of great public concern.
- Concern with public welfare found an echo in another reforming current - that provided by the Church.
- He is bound to recognise the acute public concern rightly aroused where deaths occur in custody.
- We recognise that this remains a matter of considerable public concern.
- The trust recognised public concern but did not have any grounds to object to the trial.
- Plans for a new nightspot in Maldon have been rejected by district councillors concerned about public safety.
- That is a matter for public concern for those living in the region.
- West Yorkshire Police continue to have serious concerns about public safety.
- Irish nightclubs are big business but public order concerns are threatening to cut short the party.
- But he said he was increasingly concerned about the public cynicism of politics and politicians.
- These matters are of grave public concern and the people deserve to know the truth.
- This division is important in getting really valid issues and concerns into the public forum.
Synonyms
popular, general, common, communal, collective, shared, joint, universal, widespread
1. 1.1 Open to or shared by all the people of an area or country.
  a public library
  Example sentencesExamples
  A number of local residents have put forward proposals to make the wooded public area a greater amenity for villagers.
  Residents in Redvales angered over plans to build a new nursery in the area held a public meeting on Monday.
  Maritz said the parking area was public open space - he could not allow the deck to remain.
  This is a public meeting and all people in the area are welcome to attend.
  There will be a public meeting for all residents of the area on a date to be announced in the Autumn.
  A regular visitor to the north Cotswolds has kicked up a stink about the state of the public toilets in the area.
  She wondered whether the change would qualify that area for more public lighting and footpaths.
  The initial contribution will be used to add public art to the area in front of Keighley Shared Church and the adjacent car park.
  People are complaining about the mess, and there is a big fine for owners of dogs that soil public areas.
  Mr Longworth said Miss Suri was wearing correct footwear and was in an area approved for public access when she slipped.
  The ration of half an hour per week or fortnight is simply not enough and this should not be a case of finance but it should be in the area of public amenity.
  To date, the city has held several open houses and public meetings about the plans, he said.
  We are about to embark on a campaign of planting and general enhancement of public areas.
  This site is an area of public open space zoned for recreation and amenity.
  There was a place a little further down that had a public open area for the community.
  The first phase of the project includes the refurbishment of the bedrooms and revamping the bar and public areas.
  People living in the area believed it was to be a public meeting where they would have the opportunity to have their say.
  It was icy on the road inside the residential area while the public roads are completely clear of snow already.
  The roof needs replacing, and although most of the public areas look fine, there are parts of the castle which are in a very bad state.
  They will be presenting their case to an open public meeting at Guildhall next Tuesday at 7.30 pm.
  Synonyms
  open, open to the public, communal, not private, not exclusive, accessible to all, available, free, unrestricted, community
2. 1.2 Of or involved in the affairs of the community, especially in government.
  his public career was destroyed by tenacious reporters
  Example sentencesExamples
  He dislikes electioneering, is awkward in explaining his vision and is a poor public communicator.
  More and more of my students seek careers in lobbying and public affairs from the get go.
  It helps women to achieve their full potential in their careers and public lives.
  He said Yorath was a public figure, who had tried to be a role model, but he recognised that his guilty plea meant he had failed.
  And second, the public career of one of the country's most formidable politicians.
  We take a look at the world of entertainment, pointing at various public figures and being all sarcastic.
  She'd say she turned her back on a public career very deliberately.
  When he was defeated a second time in 1979, it looked as though his career in Welsh public life was at an end.
  Lewis should have recognized the fact that media coverage plays a great role in shaping public image.
  There is nothing wrong with public figures adapting their style to communicate with the widest number of people.
  Synonyms
  prominent, well known, in the public eye, leading, important, eminent, pre-eminent, recognized, distinguished, notable, noteworthy, noted, outstanding, foremost, of mark
3. 1.3 Known to many people; famous.
  a public figure
2Done, perceived, or existing in open view.
he wanted a public apology in the Wall Street Journal
we should talk somewhere less public
Example sentencesExamples
- Which soap actor made a public apology for exposing himself on the internet?
- It is the attempt to exclude such views from acceptable public discourse that is anti-democratic.
- Do we really gain anything from barring extreme points of view from public discourse?
- He seems to have a strategy, but it is one that he does not seem to have laid open for public view and debate.
- In my view, this public distaste for Charles is to do with his behaviour, not his position.
Synonyms
known, widely known, overt, plain, obvious, in circulation, published, publicized, exposed
3Of or provided by the government rather than an independent, commercial company.
public benefits
Example sentencesExamples
- She maintained the overall tax-take in order to keep up spending on public services.
- They said it was sometimes easier for women to progress in the public rather than private sector.
- It's a serious argument over whether to increase spending on public services or to lift people out of poverty.
- We want to end privatisation and bring services back into public ownership.
- It will be a supreme test of the virtues of public ownership over privatisation.
- Why get your procedure done in a public hospital rather than a private clinic?
- The government is hostile to public ownership and holds private business in utter reverence.
- For years, this country has spent far too little on our public services.
- Then attention shifted to a relentless focus on levels of government spending on public services.
- It is a great opportunity to defend public services against the privatisers.
- Dundee Partnership is yet to finalise the plans, but is in pursuit of funding from private and public bodies.
- All governments spend public money raised from private citizens and corporations in taxes.
- These buildings are private properties, but public money is being spent.
- We stand against privatisation of public services and against tuition fees.
- Money, I may add, that could have been spent on improving public services.
- Of course the tone set by those at the top of the Government influences the civil service and public bodies.
- We believe this would combine the best elements of public ownership with private sector efficiency.
- Privatised industries must be returned to public ownership with no compensation for speculative gains.
- This applies whether the developer is a private developer or a public body.
- This time the SNP is emphasising better public services rather than the cost of delivering them.
Synonyms
state, national, federal, government
4British Of, for, or acting for a university.
public examination results
Example sentencesExamples
- In the public universities the government is planning to impose fees on students.
- We also need to bear in mind that most US students still go to public universities.
- In fact public universities, as a result, have had to raise their tuitions dramatically.
- The plan will go back before councillors and may also be put through a public examination process before being finalised.
- Like most public institutions the university has not escaped the effects of neo-liberalism.

nounˈpəblikˈpəblɪk

the public

1treated as singular or plural Ordinary people in general; the community.
the library is open to the public
the public has made an informed choice
Example sentencesExamples
- Many experts have thus given up the attempt to communicate with the general public.
- I cite these examples to illustrate the controlled ignorance of the general public at that time.
- The news networks picked up the story and asked the public for help.
- The museum will open to the general public when all school appointments are finished.
- However, he reassured his constituents and the general public that he had no such intention.
- Is it going to be about informing the public of the dangers?
- An official opening will be held tomorrow night before it opens to the general public again on Saturday.
- Such relationships are often maintained at the expense of the voters and the general public.
- Public history also sought to enhance communication between historians and the general public.
- Most members of the general public would regard them as stiff or rigid.
- Often the mainstream media have done more to mislead than to inform the public on the issues behind the protests.
- Members of all denominations and the general public are invited to attend the Legacy service.
- Apart from which, they were enormously popular with the general public.
- Regrettably, the general public is almost totally unaware of this important research.
- The course is suitable and worthwhile for all members of the general public.
- Yet the greatest prize was informing the public on matters of world interest.
- Police have now turned to the public for help over the August 27 attack.
- The central question under section 41 is the risk to the public from serious harm.
- The letters of the alphabet ought to, and should, be open to the general public for use.
- The final phase of the project will consist of competitions open to the general public.
Synonyms
people, citizens, subjects, general public, electors, electorate, voters, taxpayers, ratepayers, residents, inhabitants, citizenry, population, populace, community, society, country, nation, world
1. 1.1with adjective or noun modifier A section of the community having a particular interest or connection.
  the reading public
  Example sentencesExamples
  The idea of multiple publics blurs - or, worse, dodges - the issue of what we ought to be doing in the academy, the issue being to my mind how we ought to try to think about the public as a unifiable but not now unified field.
  Frankly, it may be complex to give a round up of all this to the French reading public, but we hope to be able to do that.
  At some stage he noticed that illiteracy was far greater amongst the seeing than the reading public.
  Whether these developments increased the reading public is another matter.
  Perhaps filmmakers today think the viewing public is too stupid to understand political issues.
  The British travelling public is the most resilient in the world.
  It also provides a place for me to share what I write with a reading public.
  Ivory is now out of fashion due to conservationist efforts to educate the buying public.
  This was guaranteed to win the support of the animal-loving British public.
  They sell better because the reading public feels it is getting value for money.
  The Victorian reading public had an insatiable appetite for this kind of fiction.
  Inspiringly, it was a venture that went down well with the reading public.
  The various publics, having other interests or no inclination toward foreign matters short of war, tended toward apathy.
  The American viewing public's interest is a powerful force in the future of the Games.
  Like the rest of the reading public, I have grown used to waiting for her.
  This feeds the idea of the Internet audience as a participatory, democratic public.
  He is no longer one of that select group of monarchs in whom the reading or viewing public is thought to be interested.
  How far are you willing to accommodate the reading public in its need for good entertainment?
  York amateur boxing is poised to leap up from the canvas again - but it needs support of the city's sporting public.
  And one which drew the applause, I think, of all major sections of the sporting publics of the world who were watching it.
  Synonyms
  body of support, backing, patronage
2. 1.2one's public The people who watch or are interested in an artist, writer, or performer.
  some famous last words to give my public
  Example sentencesExamples
  I descend to greet my public at 11 pm and am able to scrutinize at least 6 different chins and sets of grinning teeth at close quarters.
  Suddenly, as if on cue, he straightened his shoulders and walked downstage to greet his public.
  It's a strange but pleasant feeling, meeting one's public for the first time.
  Synonyms
  audience, spectators, concertgoers, theatregoers, followers, following, fans, devotees, aficionados, admirers

Phrases

go public

1Become a public company.
Example sentencesExamples
- Investors don't get their money out until the partnership liquidates or goes public, which typically doesn't happen for 10 to 15 years.
- There is the potential to grow rapidly, and if you do, getting bought out or going public are distinct possibilities.
- There will also be some franchises that ultimately will go public.
- For others, it means going public and answering to shareholders.
- Similarly, we see lots of unformed companies go public at rather extraordinary valuations.
- Also on the agenda will be how to accelerate sales of the government's stakes in public companies and allowing insurers to go public.
- And not only are more money-losing companies going public, initial valuations can be distinctly frothy.
- Other Irish agencies went public, and mergers and acquisitions abounded.
- Absolutely everything was accelerated, from hiring to going public.
- Still, why would Seagate consider going public with tech valuations so low?
2Reveal details about a previously private concern.
Bates went public with the news at a press conference
Example sentencesExamples
- Wilson, now retired, was so appalled at the administration's misuse of a discredited story that he went public with his information.
- Coalition MPs were briefed at a special meeting called just before the Prime Minister went public with his plans to strengthen counter-terrorism laws.
- Let's see how this one runs, especially so shortly after the Cheif Constable went public with his suspicions!
- He went public with his diagnosis of lung cancer last week.
- The couple went public with their relationship back in April.
- Over the past few days, since I went public with my complaints concerning the casino, I have been swamped with phone calls regarding the actions I took.
- Recently, you went public with a very personal struggle that you had with eating disorders.
- But it picked up Lee's cause as soon as the government went public with its outrageous actions.
- And people are wondering why I went public with this!
- His ex-wife went public with her shocking health secret on this very show.

in public

In view of other people; when others are present.
men don't cry in public
Example sentencesExamples
- No doubt when the current government falls, there will be dirty linen washed in public.
- You expect to be ticked off from time to time if you venture your views in public.
- If this is how some people behave in public, Heaven only knows how they carry on in their own homes.
- He is a man who speaks reluctantly, at least in public, of disappointment and griefs.
- When I am out in public and light up I abide by and respect the rules of wherever I am.
- He says in public what other MPs say in private, which confers upon him a kind of immunity.
- That gave Aitken confidence to talk in public about justice and honour when he knew he was lying.
- So we were not used to seeing strong men crying in public, and not at all sure how to react when we did.
- He is not seen much in public these days and his views on the situation are not known.
- He added that no decision had been made yet on whether to ban smoking in public.
Synonyms
publicly, in full view of people public, in full view of the public, openly, in the open, for all to see, undisguisedly, blatantly, flagrantly, brazenly, with no attempt at concealment, overtly, boldly, audaciously, unashamedly, shamelessly, unabashed, wantonly, immodestly

the public eye

The state of being known or of interest to people in general, especially through the media.
the pressures of being constantly in the public eye
Example sentencesExamples
- I will be in the public eye and will have to hold myself and behave in a manner becoming of that position.
- You don't have to be a politician or a person in the public eye to gain media attention.
- Make periodic withdrawals from the public eye with consequent eagerly anticipated comebacks.
- But it is time now to draw back from treating him as a public spectacle and let him fight his demons out of the public eye.
- Growing up in the public eye certainly accelerated the maturing process.
- She urged celebrities and people in the public eye not to wear fur as this can lead to fashion trends being set.
- A hive of activity is taking place away from the public eye at the new Commonwealth Games stadium.
- People in the public eye could learn a thing or two from the princess.
- He shied away from the public eye in the months leading up to the conference.
- The committees performed well in bringing information about these cases to the public eye.
Synonyms
the spotlight, the limelight, the glare of publicity, prominence

Origin

Late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin publicus, blend of poplicus ‘of the people’ (from populus ‘people’) and pubes ‘adult’.

单词	public
释义	Definition of public in English: public adjective ˈpʌblɪkˈpəblɪk 1Of or concerning the people as a whole. public concern public affairs Example sentencesExamples Irish nightclubs are big business but public order concerns are threatening to cut short the party. Do we ban tobacco out of concern for public health, or do we allow people the freedom to choose their own evils. That is a matter for public concern for those living in the region. Mr Fitzgerald said the right of the press and the public to know matters of legitimate public concern was recognised. Concern with public welfare found an echo in another reforming current - that provided by the Church. He is bound to recognise the acute public concern rightly aroused where deaths occur in custody. They maintain that since public safety is their concern therefore they have to be very cautious. We need to know how the delay happened, and if there are any other public health concerns that we need to know about. Plans for a new nightspot in Maldon have been rejected by district councillors concerned about public safety. West Yorkshire Police continue to have serious concerns about public safety. This division is important in getting really valid issues and concerns into the public forum. She argues that the paper trivialises legitimate public concern over GM foods. It is perhaps worth noting that the issue of secrecy in matters of public affairs has been long a source of public concern. The trust recognised public concern but did not have any grounds to object to the trial. These matters are of grave public concern and the people deserve to know the truth. As the school year started two years ago there was little public concern over this. We recognise that this remains a matter of considerable public concern. In my experience, the press gallery is more concerned with public affairs than private ones. Manners are not a private affair, but are matters of great public concern. But he said he was increasingly concerned about the public cynicism of politics and politicians. Synonyms popular, general, common, communal, collective, shared, joint, universal, widespread 1.1 Open to or shared by all the people of an area or country. a public library Example sentencesExamples People are complaining about the mess, and there is a big fine for owners of dogs that soil public areas. People living in the area believed it was to be a public meeting where they would have the opportunity to have their say. There will be a public meeting for all residents of the area on a date to be announced in the Autumn. The first phase of the project includes the refurbishment of the bedrooms and revamping the bar and public areas. The ration of half an hour per week or fortnight is simply not enough and this should not be a case of finance but it should be in the area of public amenity. A regular visitor to the north Cotswolds has kicked up a stink about the state of the public toilets in the area. It was icy on the road inside the residential area while the public roads are completely clear of snow already. There was a place a little further down that had a public open area for the community. This site is an area of public open space zoned for recreation and amenity. Residents in Redvales angered over plans to build a new nursery in the area held a public meeting on Monday. This is a public meeting and all people in the area are welcome to attend. Maritz said the parking area was public open space - he could not allow the deck to remain. The roof needs replacing, and although most of the public areas look fine, there are parts of the castle which are in a very bad state. A number of local residents have put forward proposals to make the wooded public area a greater amenity for villagers. They will be presenting their case to an open public meeting at Guildhall next Tuesday at 7.30 pm. She wondered whether the change would qualify that area for more public lighting and footpaths. We are about to embark on a campaign of planting and general enhancement of public areas. Mr Longworth said Miss Suri was wearing correct footwear and was in an area approved for public access when she slipped. The initial contribution will be used to add public art to the area in front of Keighley Shared Church and the adjacent car park. To date, the city has held several open houses and public meetings about the plans, he said. Synonyms open (to the public), communal, not private, not exclusive, accessible to all, available, free, unrestricted, community 1.2 Of or involved in the affairs of the community, especially in government or entertainment. he was forced to withdraw from public life a public figure Example sentencesExamples She'd say she turned her back on a public career very deliberately. More and more of my students seek careers in lobbying and public affairs from the get go. Lewis should have recognized the fact that media coverage plays a great role in shaping public image. He said Yorath was a public figure, who had tried to be a role model, but he recognised that his guilty plea meant he had failed. And second, the public career of one of the country's most formidable politicians. There is nothing wrong with public figures adapting their style to communicate with the widest number of people. He dislikes electioneering, is awkward in explaining his vision and is a poor public communicator. We take a look at the world of entertainment, pointing at various public figures and being all sarcastic. When he was defeated a second time in 1979, it looked as though his career in Welsh public life was at an end. It helps women to achieve their full potential in their careers and public lives. Synonyms prominent, well known, in the public eye, leading, important, eminent, pre-eminent, recognized, distinguished, notable, noteworthy, noted, outstanding, foremost, of mark illustrious, celebrated, famous, renowned, acclaimed, famed, honoured, esteemed, respected, well thought of, influential, prestigious 2Done, perceived, or existing in open view. he wanted a public apology in the Wall Street Journal we should talk somewhere less public Example sentencesExamples Do we really gain anything from barring extreme points of view from public discourse? He seems to have a strategy, but it is one that he does not seem to have laid open for public view and debate. In my view, this public distaste for Charles is to do with his behaviour, not his position. It is the attempt to exclude such views from acceptable public discourse that is anti-democratic. Which soap actor made a public apology for exposing himself on the internet? Synonyms known, widely known, overt, plain, obvious, in circulation, published, publicized, exposed 3Of or provided by the state rather than an independent, commercial company. public spending public services Example sentencesExamples We stand against privatisation of public services and against tuition fees. The government is hostile to public ownership and holds private business in utter reverence. It's a serious argument over whether to increase spending on public services or to lift people out of poverty. Then attention shifted to a relentless focus on levels of government spending on public services. We believe this would combine the best elements of public ownership with private sector efficiency. Privatised industries must be returned to public ownership with no compensation for speculative gains. It will be a supreme test of the virtues of public ownership over privatisation. These buildings are private properties, but public money is being spent. Dundee Partnership is yet to finalise the plans, but is in pursuit of funding from private and public bodies. It is a great opportunity to defend public services against the privatisers. Of course the tone set by those at the top of the Government influences the civil service and public bodies. For years, this country has spent far too little on our public services. Why get your procedure done in a public hospital rather than a private clinic? She maintained the overall tax-take in order to keep up spending on public services. Money, I may add, that could have been spent on improving public services. This applies whether the developer is a private developer or a public body. We want to end privatisation and bring services back into public ownership. This time the SNP is emphasising better public services rather than the cost of delivering them. All governments spend public money raised from private citizens and corporations in taxes. They said it was sometimes easier for women to progress in the public rather than private sector. Synonyms state, national, federal, government constitutional, democratic, civic, civil, official, social, municipal, community, local communal, nationalized, state-owned urban, metropolitan 4British Of, for, or acting for a university. public examination results Example sentencesExamples In the public universities the government is planning to impose fees on students. We also need to bear in mind that most US students still go to public universities. The plan will go back before councillors and may also be put through a public examination process before being finalised. In fact public universities, as a result, have had to raise their tuitions dramatically. Like most public institutions the university has not escaped the effects of neo-liberalism. noun ˈpʌblɪkˈpəblɪk 1the publictreated as singular or plural Ordinary people in general; the community. the library is open to the public the general public have a right to know Example sentencesExamples The final phase of the project will consist of competitions open to the general public. An official opening will be held tomorrow night before it opens to the general public again on Saturday. The letters of the alphabet ought to, and should, be open to the general public for use. Public history also sought to enhance communication between historians and the general public. Many experts have thus given up the attempt to communicate with the general public. Apart from which, they were enormously popular with the general public. The central question under section 41 is the risk to the public from serious harm. Yet the greatest prize was informing the public on matters of world interest. I cite these examples to illustrate the controlled ignorance of the general public at that time. The news networks picked up the story and asked the public for help. Often the mainstream media have done more to mislead than to inform the public on the issues behind the protests. The museum will open to the general public when all school appointments are finished. However, he reassured his constituents and the general public that he had no such intention. Most members of the general public would regard them as stiff or rigid. Such relationships are often maintained at the expense of the voters and the general public. Regrettably, the general public is almost totally unaware of this important research. Members of all denominations and the general public are invited to attend the Legacy service. Is it going to be about informing the public of the dangers? Police have now turned to the public for help over the August 27 attack. The course is suitable and worthwhile for all members of the general public. Synonyms people, citizens, subjects, general public, electors, electorate, voters, taxpayers, ratepayers, residents, inhabitants, citizenry, population, populace, community, society, country, nation, world everyone 1.1with adjective or noun modifier A section of the community having a particular interest or connection. the reading public Example sentencesExamples Like the rest of the reading public, I have grown used to waiting for her. At some stage he noticed that illiteracy was far greater amongst the seeing than the reading public. Frankly, it may be complex to give a round up of all this to the French reading public, but we hope to be able to do that. And one which drew the applause, I think, of all major sections of the sporting publics of the world who were watching it. York amateur boxing is poised to leap up from the canvas again - but it needs support of the city's sporting public. Inspiringly, it was a venture that went down well with the reading public. How far are you willing to accommodate the reading public in its need for good entertainment? This feeds the idea of the Internet audience as a participatory, democratic public. Whether these developments increased the reading public is another matter. It also provides a place for me to share what I write with a reading public. They sell better because the reading public feels it is getting value for money. This was guaranteed to win the support of the animal-loving British public. The various publics, having other interests or no inclination toward foreign matters short of war, tended toward apathy. The British travelling public is the most resilient in the world. The Victorian reading public had an insatiable appetite for this kind of fiction. Perhaps filmmakers today think the viewing public is too stupid to understand political issues. He is no longer one of that select group of monarchs in whom the reading or viewing public is thought to be interested. The American viewing public's interest is a powerful force in the future of the Games. The idea of multiple publics blurs - or, worse, dodges - the issue of what we ought to be doing in the academy, the issue being to my mind how we ought to try to think about the public as a unifiable but not now unified field. Ivory is now out of fashion due to conservationist efforts to educate the buying public. Synonyms body of support, backing, patronage 1.2one's publicinformal The people who watch or are interested in an artist, writer, or performer. some famous last words to give my public Example sentencesExamples It's a strange but pleasant feeling, meeting one's public for the first time. Suddenly, as if on cue, he straightened his shoulders and walked downstage to greet his public. I descend to greet my public at 11 pm and am able to scrutinize at least 6 different chins and sets of grinning teeth at close quarters. Synonyms audience, spectators, concertgoers, theatregoers, followers, following, fans, devotees, aficionados, admirers patrons, clientele, market, consumers, buyers, customers, readers informal buffs, freaks 2British short for public bar or public house Phrases go public 1Become a public company. the company's share price has nearly quadrupled since it went public Example sentencesExamples There is the potential to grow rapidly, and if you do, getting bought out or going public are distinct possibilities. There will also be some franchises that ultimately will go public. Similarly, we see lots of unformed companies go public at rather extraordinary valuations. Also on the agenda will be how to accelerate sales of the government's stakes in public companies and allowing insurers to go public. Absolutely everything was accelerated, from hiring to going public. Investors don't get their money out until the partnership liquidates or goes public, which typically doesn't happen for 10 to 15 years. For others, it means going public and answering to shareholders. Other Irish agencies went public, and mergers and acquisitions abounded. And not only are more money-losing companies going public, initial valuations can be distinctly frothy. Still, why would Seagate consider going public with tech valuations so low? 2Reveal details about a previously private concern. Bates went public with the news at a press conference Example sentencesExamples And people are wondering why I went public with this! Coalition MPs were briefed at a special meeting called just before the Prime Minister went public with his plans to strengthen counter-terrorism laws. But it picked up Lee's cause as soon as the government went public with its outrageous actions. Recently, you went public with a very personal struggle that you had with eating disorders. Over the past few days, since I went public with my complaints concerning the casino, I have been swamped with phone calls regarding the actions I took. Wilson, now retired, was so appalled at the administration's misuse of a discredited story that he went public with his information. His ex-wife went public with her shocking health secret on this very show. Let's see how this one runs, especially so shortly after the Cheif Constable went public with his suspicions! The couple went public with their relationship back in April. He went public with his diagnosis of lung cancer last week. in public In view of other people; when others are present. men don't cry in public Example sentencesExamples When I am out in public and light up I abide by and respect the rules of wherever I am. No doubt when the current government falls, there will be dirty linen washed in public. So we were not used to seeing strong men crying in public, and not at all sure how to react when we did. He is not seen much in public these days and his views on the situation are not known. He is a man who speaks reluctantly, at least in public, of disappointment and griefs. If this is how some people behave in public, Heaven only knows how they carry on in their own homes. That gave Aitken confidence to talk in public about justice and honour when he knew he was lying. He says in public what other MPs say in private, which confers upon him a kind of immunity. He added that no decision had been made yet on whether to ban smoking in public. You expect to be ticked off from time to time if you venture your views in public. Synonyms publicly, in full view of people public, in full view of the public, openly, in the open, for all to see, undisguisedly, blatantly, flagrantly, brazenly, with no attempt at concealment, overtly, boldly, audaciously, unashamedly, shamelessly, unabashed, wantonly, immodestly the public eye The state of being known or of interest to people in general, especially through the media. the pressures of being constantly in the public eye Example sentencesExamples I will be in the public eye and will have to hold myself and behave in a manner becoming of that position. Growing up in the public eye certainly accelerated the maturing process. A hive of activity is taking place away from the public eye at the new Commonwealth Games stadium. You don't have to be a politician or a person in the public eye to gain media attention. People in the public eye could learn a thing or two from the princess. She urged celebrities and people in the public eye not to wear fur as this can lead to fashion trends being set. He shied away from the public eye in the months leading up to the conference. But it is time now to draw back from treating him as a public spectacle and let him fight his demons out of the public eye. The committees performed well in bringing information about these cases to the public eye. Make periodic withdrawals from the public eye with consequent eagerly anticipated comebacks. Synonyms the spotlight, the limelight, the glare of publicity, prominence Origin Late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin publicus, blend of poplicus 'of the people' (from populus 'people') and pubes 'adult'. The root of public, Latin publicus, is shared by publish (Middle English) ‘to make public’ and republic (late 16th century) Latin res public ‘the business of the people’, and is related to people. People have been able to go to a public house for a drink since the 1650s, and to the abbreviated pub since around 1800. In Australia they could also stay the night—there a pub can also be a hotel. The first publicans were collectors of taxes (collectors of the public revenue), not sellers of drinks. This explains the disparaging references to them in various biblical passages, such as: ‘And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners?’ (Gospel of Matthew). The use of the term to refer to a person who manages a pub dates from the early 18th century. In North America and elsewhere public schools are schools supported by public funds and open to all, and people often wonder why English public schools, which are private, fee-paying, and independent, are so called. In England a public school, a term first recorded in 1580, was originally a grammar school founded for the benefit of the public, as opposed to a private school run for the profit of its owner. Such schools were open to all and took resident students from beyond their local neighbourhood. The passing of the Public Schools Act in 1868 to regulate the large, long-established schools of Eton, Winchester, Westminster, Harrow, Rugby, Charterhouse, Shrewsbury, Merchant Taylors’, and St Paul's, led to the term becoming a prestigious one which was also applied to newer schools. The source of the saying any publicity is good publicity appears to be a passage by Raymond Chandler, in the Black Mask (1933): ‘Rhonda Farr said: “Publicity, darling. Just publicity. Any kind is better than none at all.” ’ An alternative form is there's no such thing as bad publicity. adj.1 phr. Definition of public in US English: public adjectiveˈpəblikˈpəblɪk 1Of or concerning the people as a whole. public concern public affairs Example sentencesExamples In my experience, the press gallery is more concerned with public affairs than private ones. As the school year started two years ago there was little public concern over this. It is perhaps worth noting that the issue of secrecy in matters of public affairs has been long a source of public concern. They maintain that since public safety is their concern therefore they have to be very cautious. She argues that the paper trivialises legitimate public concern over GM foods. Do we ban tobacco out of concern for public health, or do we allow people the freedom to choose their own evils. We need to know how the delay happened, and if there are any other public health concerns that we need to know about. Mr Fitzgerald said the right of the press and the public to know matters of legitimate public concern was recognised. Manners are not a private affair, but are matters of great public concern. Concern with public welfare found an echo in another reforming current - that provided by the Church. He is bound to recognise the acute public concern rightly aroused where deaths occur in custody. We recognise that this remains a matter of considerable public concern. The trust recognised public concern but did not have any grounds to object to the trial. Plans for a new nightspot in Maldon have been rejected by district councillors concerned about public safety. That is a matter for public concern for those living in the region. West Yorkshire Police continue to have serious concerns about public safety. Irish nightclubs are big business but public order concerns are threatening to cut short the party. But he said he was increasingly concerned about the public cynicism of politics and politicians. These matters are of grave public concern and the people deserve to know the truth. This division is important in getting really valid issues and concerns into the public forum. Synonyms popular, general, common, communal, collective, shared, joint, universal, widespread 1.1 Open to or shared by all the people of an area or country. a public library Example sentencesExamples A number of local residents have put forward proposals to make the wooded public area a greater amenity for villagers. Residents in Redvales angered over plans to build a new nursery in the area held a public meeting on Monday. Maritz said the parking area was public open space - he could not allow the deck to remain. This is a public meeting and all people in the area are welcome to attend. There will be a public meeting for all residents of the area on a date to be announced in the Autumn. A regular visitor to the north Cotswolds has kicked up a stink about the state of the public toilets in the area. She wondered whether the change would qualify that area for more public lighting and footpaths. The initial contribution will be used to add public art to the area in front of Keighley Shared Church and the adjacent car park. People are complaining about the mess, and there is a big fine for owners of dogs that soil public areas. Mr Longworth said Miss Suri was wearing correct footwear and was in an area approved for public access when she slipped. The ration of half an hour per week or fortnight is simply not enough and this should not be a case of finance but it should be in the area of public amenity. To date, the city has held several open houses and public meetings about the plans, he said. We are about to embark on a campaign of planting and general enhancement of public areas. This site is an area of public open space zoned for recreation and amenity. There was a place a little further down that had a public open area for the community. The first phase of the project includes the refurbishment of the bedrooms and revamping the bar and public areas. People living in the area believed it was to be a public meeting where they would have the opportunity to have their say. It was icy on the road inside the residential area while the public roads are completely clear of snow already. The roof needs replacing, and although most of the public areas look fine, there are parts of the castle which are in a very bad state. They will be presenting their case to an open public meeting at Guildhall next Tuesday at 7.30 pm. Synonyms open, open to the public, communal, not private, not exclusive, accessible to all, available, free, unrestricted, community 1.2 Of or involved in the affairs of the community, especially in government. his public career was destroyed by tenacious reporters Example sentencesExamples He dislikes electioneering, is awkward in explaining his vision and is a poor public communicator. More and more of my students seek careers in lobbying and public affairs from the get go. It helps women to achieve their full potential in their careers and public lives. He said Yorath was a public figure, who had tried to be a role model, but he recognised that his guilty plea meant he had failed. And second, the public career of one of the country's most formidable politicians. We take a look at the world of entertainment, pointing at various public figures and being all sarcastic. She'd say she turned her back on a public career very deliberately. When he was defeated a second time in 1979, it looked as though his career in Welsh public life was at an end. Lewis should have recognized the fact that media coverage plays a great role in shaping public image. There is nothing wrong with public figures adapting their style to communicate with the widest number of people. Synonyms prominent, well known, in the public eye, leading, important, eminent, pre-eminent, recognized, distinguished, notable, noteworthy, noted, outstanding, foremost, of mark 1.3 Known to many people; famous. a public figure 2Done, perceived, or existing in open view. he wanted a public apology in the Wall Street Journal we should talk somewhere less public Example sentencesExamples Which soap actor made a public apology for exposing himself on the internet? It is the attempt to exclude such views from acceptable public discourse that is anti-democratic. Do we really gain anything from barring extreme points of view from public discourse? He seems to have a strategy, but it is one that he does not seem to have laid open for public view and debate. In my view, this public distaste for Charles is to do with his behaviour, not his position. Synonyms known, widely known, overt, plain, obvious, in circulation, published, publicized, exposed 3Of or provided by the government rather than an independent, commercial company. public benefits Example sentencesExamples She maintained the overall tax-take in order to keep up spending on public services. They said it was sometimes easier for women to progress in the public rather than private sector. It's a serious argument over whether to increase spending on public services or to lift people out of poverty. We want to end privatisation and bring services back into public ownership. It will be a supreme test of the virtues of public ownership over privatisation. Why get your procedure done in a public hospital rather than a private clinic? The government is hostile to public ownership and holds private business in utter reverence. For years, this country has spent far too little on our public services. Then attention shifted to a relentless focus on levels of government spending on public services. It is a great opportunity to defend public services against the privatisers. Dundee Partnership is yet to finalise the plans, but is in pursuit of funding from private and public bodies. All governments spend public money raised from private citizens and corporations in taxes. These buildings are private properties, but public money is being spent. We stand against privatisation of public services and against tuition fees. Money, I may add, that could have been spent on improving public services. Of course the tone set by those at the top of the Government influences the civil service and public bodies. We believe this would combine the best elements of public ownership with private sector efficiency. Privatised industries must be returned to public ownership with no compensation for speculative gains. This applies whether the developer is a private developer or a public body. This time the SNP is emphasising better public services rather than the cost of delivering them. Synonyms state, national, federal, government 4British Of, for, or acting for a university. public examination results Example sentencesExamples In the public universities the government is planning to impose fees on students. We also need to bear in mind that most US students still go to public universities. In fact public universities, as a result, have had to raise their tuitions dramatically. The plan will go back before councillors and may also be put through a public examination process before being finalised. Like most public institutions the university has not escaped the effects of neo-liberalism. nounˈpəblikˈpəblɪk the public 1treated as singular or plural Ordinary people in general; the community. the library is open to the public the public has made an informed choice Example sentencesExamples Many experts have thus given up the attempt to communicate with the general public. I cite these examples to illustrate the controlled ignorance of the general public at that time. The news networks picked up the story and asked the public for help. The museum will open to the general public when all school appointments are finished. However, he reassured his constituents and the general public that he had no such intention. Is it going to be about informing the public of the dangers? An official opening will be held tomorrow night before it opens to the general public again on Saturday. Such relationships are often maintained at the expense of the voters and the general public. Public history also sought to enhance communication between historians and the general public. Most members of the general public would regard them as stiff or rigid. Often the mainstream media have done more to mislead than to inform the public on the issues behind the protests. Members of all denominations and the general public are invited to attend the Legacy service. Apart from which, they were enormously popular with the general public. Regrettably, the general public is almost totally unaware of this important research. The course is suitable and worthwhile for all members of the general public. Yet the greatest prize was informing the public on matters of world interest. Police have now turned to the public for help over the August 27 attack. The central question under section 41 is the risk to the public from serious harm. The letters of the alphabet ought to, and should, be open to the general public for use. The final phase of the project will consist of competitions open to the general public. Synonyms people, citizens, subjects, general public, electors, electorate, voters, taxpayers, ratepayers, residents, inhabitants, citizenry, population, populace, community, society, country, nation, world 1.1with adjective or noun modifier A section of the community having a particular interest or connection. the reading public Example sentencesExamples The idea of multiple publics blurs - or, worse, dodges - the issue of what we ought to be doing in the academy, the issue being to my mind how we ought to try to think about the public as a unifiable but not now unified field. Frankly, it may be complex to give a round up of all this to the French reading public, but we hope to be able to do that. At some stage he noticed that illiteracy was far greater amongst the seeing than the reading public. Whether these developments increased the reading public is another matter. Perhaps filmmakers today think the viewing public is too stupid to understand political issues. The British travelling public is the most resilient in the world. It also provides a place for me to share what I write with a reading public. Ivory is now out of fashion due to conservationist efforts to educate the buying public. This was guaranteed to win the support of the animal-loving British public. They sell better because the reading public feels it is getting value for money. The Victorian reading public had an insatiable appetite for this kind of fiction. Inspiringly, it was a venture that went down well with the reading public. The various publics, having other interests or no inclination toward foreign matters short of war, tended toward apathy. The American viewing public's interest is a powerful force in the future of the Games. Like the rest of the reading public, I have grown used to waiting for her. This feeds the idea of the Internet audience as a participatory, democratic public. He is no longer one of that select group of monarchs in whom the reading or viewing public is thought to be interested. How far are you willing to accommodate the reading public in its need for good entertainment? York amateur boxing is poised to leap up from the canvas again - but it needs support of the city's sporting public. And one which drew the applause, I think, of all major sections of the sporting publics of the world who were watching it. Synonyms body of support, backing, patronage 1.2one's public The people who watch or are interested in an artist, writer, or performer. some famous last words to give my public Example sentencesExamples I descend to greet my public at 11 pm and am able to scrutinize at least 6 different chins and sets of grinning teeth at close quarters. Suddenly, as if on cue, he straightened his shoulders and walked downstage to greet his public. It's a strange but pleasant feeling, meeting one's public for the first time. Synonyms audience, spectators, concertgoers, theatregoers, followers, following, fans, devotees, aficionados, admirers Phrases go public 1Become a public company. Example sentencesExamples Investors don't get their money out until the partnership liquidates or goes public, which typically doesn't happen for 10 to 15 years. There is the potential to grow rapidly, and if you do, getting bought out or going public are distinct possibilities. There will also be some franchises that ultimately will go public. For others, it means going public and answering to shareholders. Similarly, we see lots of unformed companies go public at rather extraordinary valuations. Also on the agenda will be how to accelerate sales of the government's stakes in public companies and allowing insurers to go public. And not only are more money-losing companies going public, initial valuations can be distinctly frothy. Other Irish agencies went public, and mergers and acquisitions abounded. Absolutely everything was accelerated, from hiring to going public. Still, why would Seagate consider going public with tech valuations so low? 2Reveal details about a previously private concern. Bates went public with the news at a press conference Example sentencesExamples Wilson, now retired, was so appalled at the administration's misuse of a discredited story that he went public with his information. Coalition MPs were briefed at a special meeting called just before the Prime Minister went public with his plans to strengthen counter-terrorism laws. Let's see how this one runs, especially so shortly after the Cheif Constable went public with his suspicions! He went public with his diagnosis of lung cancer last week. The couple went public with their relationship back in April. Over the past few days, since I went public with my complaints concerning the casino, I have been swamped with phone calls regarding the actions I took. Recently, you went public with a very personal struggle that you had with eating disorders. But it picked up Lee's cause as soon as the government went public with its outrageous actions. And people are wondering why I went public with this! His ex-wife went public with her shocking health secret on this very show. in public In view of other people; when others are present. men don't cry in public Example sentencesExamples No doubt when the current government falls, there will be dirty linen washed in public. You expect to be ticked off from time to time if you venture your views in public. If this is how some people behave in public, Heaven only knows how they carry on in their own homes. He is a man who speaks reluctantly, at least in public, of disappointment and griefs. When I am out in public and light up I abide by and respect the rules of wherever I am. He says in public what other MPs say in private, which confers upon him a kind of immunity. That gave Aitken confidence to talk in public about justice and honour when he knew he was lying. So we were not used to seeing strong men crying in public, and not at all sure how to react when we did. He is not seen much in public these days and his views on the situation are not known. He added that no decision had been made yet on whether to ban smoking in public. Synonyms publicly, in full view of people public, in full view of the public, openly, in the open, for all to see, undisguisedly, blatantly, flagrantly, brazenly, with no attempt at concealment, overtly, boldly, audaciously, unashamedly, shamelessly, unabashed, wantonly, immodestly the public eye The state of being known or of interest to people in general, especially through the media. the pressures of being constantly in the public eye Example sentencesExamples I will be in the public eye and will have to hold myself and behave in a manner becoming of that position. You don't have to be a politician or a person in the public eye to gain media attention. Make periodic withdrawals from the public eye with consequent eagerly anticipated comebacks. But it is time now to draw back from treating him as a public spectacle and let him fight his demons out of the public eye. Growing up in the public eye certainly accelerated the maturing process. She urged celebrities and people in the public eye not to wear fur as this can lead to fashion trends being set. A hive of activity is taking place away from the public eye at the new Commonwealth Games stadium. People in the public eye could learn a thing or two from the princess. He shied away from the public eye in the months leading up to the conference. The committees performed well in bringing information about these cases to the public eye. Synonyms the spotlight, the limelight, the glare of publicity, prominence Origin Late Middle English: from Old French, from Latin publicus, blend of poplicus ‘of the people’ (from populus ‘people’) and pubes ‘adult’. adj.1 phr.
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