public meaning and definition

PUBLIC noun

Definition of public (noun)

1. people in general considered as a whole
   • "he is a hero in the eyes of the public"
   • synonyms: populace, world
2. a body of people sharing some common interest
   • "the reading public"

PUBLIC adjective

Definition of public (adjective)

1. not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole
   • "the public good"; "public libraries"; "public funds"; "public parks"; "a public scandal"; "public gardens"; "performers and members of royal families are public figures"
   • antonym: private
2. affecting the people or community as a whole
   • "community leaders"; "community interests"; "the public welfare"