public (EN)

adjective, noun

adjective “public”

1. something that everyone can see or know about
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   The mayor's apology was made in a public statement broadcasted on all major news channels.
2. related to or involving everyone in a country or community
   The public library offers free access to books and computers for everyone in the community.
3. done or provided by the government for the people
   The public library offers free access to books and internet, serving the educational needs of the community.
4. (of a company) whose shares are traded on the stock market
   After its initial success, the startup went public, allowing anyone to buy shares on the stock market.

noun “public”

1. all people, without considering any specific groups they might belong to
   The library is open to the public every day except holidays.