publication /ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/ noun3 •The act of publishing printed or other matter.The publication of these papers was not owing to our folly, but that of others. — 1727 •The communication of information to the general public etc.His jealousy ... attends the business, the recreations, the publications, and retirements of every man. — 1651 •An issue of printed or other matter, offered for sale or distribution. formspublications