notice to reassure the public; advance announcement
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
official notice to reassure the populace
literaryHistorical usage referring to a public proclamation issued by the government (e.g., after a regime change or unrest) to calm the people and restore order.
After the establishment of the new dynasty, the first thing they did was post a notice to reassure the people.
This ancient public proclamation soothed the troubled hearts of the people.
noun
advance notice; preliminary announcement
formalModern metaphorical usage. Refers to any advance notification issued by an organization (government, company, school) to inform people of upcoming events, changes, or requirements, allowing them to prepare.
Before the meeting starts, please issue an advance notice to inform everyone of the agenda.
The school issued an advance notice about the exam schedule.
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This new policy needs an advance notification period to allow the public to fully understand it.
The advance notice on the government website details the application process.