public relations

noun

1. (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.
2. (used with a singular verb) the art, technique, or profession of promoting such goodwill.

public relations

noun

1. 1. the practice of creating, promoting, or maintaining goodwill and a favourable image among the public towards an institution, public body, etc
   2. the methods and techniques employed
   3. ( as modifier )

      the public relations industry

2. the condition of the relationship between an organization and the public
3. the professional staff employed to create, promote, or maintain a favourable relationship between an organization and the public

Word History and Origins

Origin of public relations¹

First recorded in 1800–10

Example Sentences

Flores opened three different bank accounts in Sawusch’s name and used funds to pay for his and Moore’s personal expenses and to finance his nascent public relations company.

From Los Angeles Times

A video posted by the star's seven children on 5 November was also cited as evidence of a "public relations strategy to influence this case".

From BBC

Gurney added that the timing of that hangover was unfortunate, given the club's pronounced public relations strategy coming into this season.

From BBC

“One thing that is difficult to get across from a public relations standpoint is the veterinary care that thoroughbred horses receive is far superior to what horses would get if in the wild,” Lazarus said.

From Los Angeles Times

Eventually, this observation takes on remarkable proportions as their lives subsume his own after he begins handling their public relations concerns.

From Salon