the general public公众；普通百姓
a survey to find out what the general public wants for London旨在弄清公众对伦敦期望的一次调查
The idea was unpopular with the general public.这个想法不受公众欢迎。
These charities depend on the compassionate feelings and generosity of the general public.这些慈善机构的运营依靠的是公众的同情心和慷慨捐助。