publicity
|pub-lic-i-ty|
B2
/pʌbˈlɪsɪti/
public attention
Etymology
Etymology Information
'publicity' originates from the French word 'publicité', which meant 'publicness' or 'advertisement'.
Historical Evolution
'publicité' transformed into the English word 'publicity' in the late 18th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'publicness' or 'advertisement', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'public attention or notice'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the activity or business of getting people to give attention to someone or something.
The company launched a publicity campaign to promote their new product.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35