public (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈpʌblɪk/

Definition

Belonging to or used by all people, not private.

Examples

• The library is a public service for all citizens.

• They held a public meeting to discuss the new law.

• The company's financial records are now public.

How to Use public

public transport (collocation)

Buses, trains, etc. that run on a regular schedule for anyone to use. — "We need better public transport in this city."

public opinion (collocation)

The general beliefs and attitudes of a large number of people. — "The government must consider public opinion."

public place (collocation)

A location that is open and accessible to all people. — "Please do not litter in a public place."

in public (prepositional phrase)

In a place where other people can see or hear you. — "He never argues with his wife in public."

Synonyms of public

Words with a similar meaning to public:

• common
• general
• open
• communal

Antonyms of public

Words with the opposite meaning to public:

• private
• personal

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