adj. having to do with all the people in a community; available to everyone
Where can I find a public telephone?

adj. correct and true in every detail
Newspapers provide citizens with accurate news.

v. to tell someone facts or information
Please inform us of any changes of address.

n. the process or system by which something is provided to a person, place, etc.
The average supply of water will decrease.

n. the amount of something that goes over a limit
There is an overflow of population in the city.

v. to get away from something that is difficult or unpleasant
The criminal had escaped from prison.

n. all of the television, radio, newspapers, and internet organizations that provide information for the public
We depend upon the mass media for daily news.

n. a person, book, or document that supplies you with information
The Internet is a good source for information when doing research papers.

v. to make someone do or believe something
I tried to persuade him, but he wouldn't listen.

v. to give a description of something to someone
Call me if you have anything to report.