| pub | the total of the nation's debts: debts of local and state and national governments |
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| pub | a lawyer who represents indigent defendants at public expense |
| pub | free and open discussion of (or debate on) some question of public interest |
| pub | property rights that are held by the public at large |
| pub | any easement enjoyed by the public in general (as the public's right to use public streets) |
| pub | an official who inflicts capital punishment in pursuit of a warrant |
| pub | the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate |
| pub | a focus of public attention |
| pub | a well-known or notable person |
| pub | (British) tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms |
| pub | knowledge that is available to anyone |
| pub | a toilet that is available to the public |