public relations
noun
(used with a plural verb)
the actions of a corporation, store, government, individual, etc., in promoting goodwill between itself and the public, the community, employees, customers, etc.
(used with a singular verb)
the art, technique, or profession of promoting such goodwill.
Origin of public relations
First recorded in 1800–10
Words nearby public relations
public opinion,
public ownership,
public policy,
public prosecutor,
public record office,
public relations,
public room,
public sale,
public school,
public sector,
public servant
Example sentences from the Web for public relations
British Dictionary definitions for public relations
public relations
noun (functioning as singular or plural)
- the practice of creating, promoting, or maintaining goodwill and a favourable image among the public towards an institution, public body, etc
- the methods and techniques employed
- (as modifier)the public relations industry
the condition of the relationship between an organization and the public
the professional staff employed to create, promote, or maintain a favourable relationship between an organization and the public
Abbreviation:
PR