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Published Definition & Meaning

published
adjective
  1. prepared and printed for distribution and sale; "the complete published works Dickens"
  2. formally made public; "published accounts"

"Published" in song lyrics

See how published is used in real songs:

  • "You'll never catch Shamus Ryan with that stuff published"
    7L & Esoteric — Protocol
  • "In public, she do it just because we Wu-Tang published"
    Black Knights f/ D.L. Hughley — Real Talk
  • "how to get published"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "published"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "published" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for published to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does published mean?
prepared and printed for distribution and sale; "the complete published works Dickens" formally made public; "published accounts"
What part of speech is published?
Published is an adjective.
How many definitions does published have?
Published has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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