definition of
public

[1] #1 public n. [populace, world] people in general considered as a whole; "he is a hero in the eyes of the public". wn

[2] #2 public s. affecting the people or community as a whole; "community leaders"; "community interests"; "the public welfare". wn

[3] #3 public n. a body of people sharing some common interest; "the reading public". wn