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The internet slang termpublicis used to describe something that can be seen, accessed, or known by anyone online. It refers to content, information, or actions that are shared openly and are not restricted or private.

Examples:

1. When someone posts a status or a photo on a social media platform as “public,” it means that anyone who visits their profile can see it, regardless of whether they are friends or not.

2. A forum thread that is labeled as “public” allows anyone with the link to view and participate in the discussion, even if they are not registered users of the website.

Synonyms:
open, communal, shared, accessible, available, widespread, general, common
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