Meaning of the word "public relations department" in English

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public relations department

US /ˌpʌb.lɪk rɪˈleɪ.ʃənz dɪˌpɑːrt.mənt/
UK /ˌpʌb.lɪk rɪˈleɪ.ʃənz dɪˌpɑːt.mənt/
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Noun

the department within an organization responsible for managing the organization's public image and communication with the public, media, and other stakeholders

Example:
The company's public relations department issued a statement regarding the recent controversy.
She works in the public relations department, handling media inquiries and press releases.