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publication

Pronunciation: /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of publication

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)