general public

Also the gen·er·al pub·lic

[jen-er-uhl puhb-lik]

noun

1. all or most people, especially those not part of a specified group; ordinary people as opposed to officials, experts, politicians, etc..

   The books have been warmly received by critics and by the general public.

   This protocol can be adopted by any organization wishing to improve workplace health and safety for employees, customers, and the general public.

Word History and Origins

Origin of general public¹

First recorded in 1845–50

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