公 — meaning in English

English meaning

• official adj Approved by, or coming from, a proper authority.
• prince noun A male member of a royal family, especially the son or grandson of a monarch.

Senses

公 is used for these senses in English:

• official Relating to an office, especially a subordinate executive officer or attendant.
• prince The (male) ruler or head of a principality. [from 14th c.]

official — full definition

1. adj Approved by, or coming from, a proper authority.
2. noun A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility, especially in government or an organization.

prince — full definition

1. noun A male member of a royal family, especially the son or grandson of a monarch.
2. noun A person considered outstanding or supreme in a particular field.

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