public >> /ˈpəblɪk/
Definition: [noun] Ordinary people in general; the community.
Example: the library is open to the public
Definition: [adjective] Of or concerning the people as a whole.
Example: public concern
Definition: [adjective] Done, perceived, or existing in open view.
Example: he wanted a public apology in the Wall Street Journal
Definition: [adjective] Of or provided by the government rather than an independent, commercial company.
Example: public benefits
Definition: [adjective] Of, for, or acting for a university.
Example: public examination results