Meaning of the word "public relations" in English

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public relations

US /ˌpʌb.lɪk rɪˈleɪ.ʃənz/
UK /ˌpʌb.lɪk rɪˈleɪ.ʃənz/
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Noun

1.

the professional maintenance of a favorable public image by a company or other organization or a famous person

Example:
She works in public relations for a large tech company.
The company hired a firm to improve its public relations after the scandal.
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