publication
Pluralpublications
- 1A printed work such as a book, magazine, or newspaper that is offered for sale or sharing.
Like a single copy of a magazine you can buy at a store.
The library added the new publication to its shelves last week.
She subscribes to several publications about gardening.
Similartitle
- 2The act of making a book, article, or other work available to the public.
Like the moment a song is finally released so everyone can hear it.
The publication of her first novel took almost two years.
They delayed the publication of the report until spring.
Similarrelease
- 3The act of sharing information so that ordinary people can learn about it.
Like announcing something out loud so a whole crowd can hear it.
The publication of the test results helped people stay informed.
Officials ordered the publication of the safety warning right away.
Similardisclosure, announcement, dissemination, release
Oppositeconcealment, suppression
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Origin
It came through Middle English and Old French from Latin "pūblicātiō." It can be seen as "public" plus "-ation."