public

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈpʌblɪk/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The people in general, regardless of membership of any particular group.

Example Sentences
  • Members of the public may not proceed beyond this point.
2 Definition

A public house; an inn.

Adjective
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Able to be seen or known by everyone; open to general view, happening without concealment.

2 Definition

Pertaining to the people as a whole (as opposed to a private group); concerning the whole country, community etc.

3 Definition

Officially representing the community; carried out or funded by the state on behalf of the community.

4 Definition

Open to all members of a community; especially, provided by national or local authorities and supported by money from taxes.

5 Definition

(of a company) Traded publicly via a stock market.

6 Definition

Accessible to the program in general, not only to the class or any subclasses.