1. an official public announcement or declaration
2. the act of proclaiming or announcing publicly

Examples

• The mayor issued a proclamation declaring a state of emergency.
• The king's proclamation was read aloud in the town square.
• The governor signed a proclamation honoring the veterans.
• The proclamation of independence marked a historic moment.
• Citizens gathered to hear the royal proclamation.
• The proclamation was posted on official bulletin boards throughout the city.