publication

 
Pronunciation: /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the preparation and issuing of a book, journal, or piece of music for public sale: the publication of her first novel
  • the action of making something generally known: the publication of April trade figures
  • [count noun] a book or journal issued for public sale: scientific publications

Origin:

late Middle English (in the sense 'public announcement or declaration'): via Old French from Latin publicatio(n-), from publicare 'make public' (see publish)