publication

Definition

The act of publishing printed or other matter.

Etymology

From Middle English publicacioun, from Old French publicacion, from Latin pūblicātiō. By surface analysis, public + -ation.

Example Sentences

• "The publication of these papers was not owing to our folly, but that of others."
• "Owing to the time lag which must occur between the dates of closing for press and publication, it sometimes happens that items of news are out of date, or inaccurate, by the time they reach readers."
• "His jealousy ... attends the business, the recreations, the publications, and retirements of every man."