public
Pronunciation:
/ˈpʌblɪk/noun
Definitions
The people in general, regardless of membership of any particular group.
Example: Members of the public may not proceed beyond this point.
A public house; an inn.
adjective
Definitions
Able to be seen or known by everyone; open to general view, happening without concealment.
Pertaining to the people as a whole (as opposed to a private group); concerning the whole country, community etc.
Officially representing the community; carried out or funded by the state on behalf of the community.
Open to all members of a community; especially, provided by national or local authorities and supported by money from taxes.