1. A television or radio channel operated by a public broadcasting organization, typically funded by the government or public fees rather than advertising
The documentary aired on the public channel last night.
O documentário foi transmitido no canal público na noite passada.
2. A navigable waterway owned and maintained by the government for public use
The canal público connects the two cities for commercial shipping.
O canal público conecta as duas cidades para transporte comercial.
3. Any official government communication medium or platform accessible to the general public
Citizens can file complaints through the official public channel.
Os cidadãos podem registrar reclamações através do canal público oficial.