publication
Translation
publication, announcement
Examples
Her latest publication is a novel.
Her latest publication is a novel.
The publication of the report was delayed.
The publication of the report was delayed.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) publication a book, magazine, etc. She read the latest medical publication.
((the)) publication ((of sth.)) the act of printing sth. for sale The publication of the results is scheduled for next month.
Similar Words
Synonyms: book, journal (item); announcement, release (act)
Etymology
From Latin 'publicare' (to make public). The suffix '-ation' denotes an action or result.
Memory Tips
Think of making something 'public' for all to see. A 'publication' is a thing made public, like a book or magazine.