- In a public manner; openly.
- By or with consent of the public.
Dictionary:
pub·lic·ly (pŭb'lĭk-lē) ![]() |
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The adverb has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; openly
Synonyms: publically, in public
Antonym: privately (meaning #1)
Derived from adjective: public (meaning #1)
Meaning #2:
by the public or the people generally
Antonym: privately (meaning #2)
Derived from adjective: public (meaning #2)
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