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Definition of public education noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

public education

noun
 
/ˌpʌblɪk edʒuˈkeɪʃn/
 
/ˌpʌblɪk edʒuˈkeɪʃn/
[uncountable]
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  1. (especially North American English)
    (British English usually state education)
    education in schools, colleges and universities provided by the government
    • The focus of this study is public education in the state of Georgia.
  2. the process of giving the public information or training about a particular subject
    • More research and public education is needed to inform American consumers about the benefits of these products.
    • Public education and outreach have been basic components of this project from the beginning.

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