Pro*mul"gate (?), v. t. [imp. &
p. p. Promulgated (?); p. pr. & vb.
n. Promulgating.] [L. promulgatus, p. p. of
promulgare to promulgate; of unknown origin. Cf.
Promulge.] To make known by open declaration, as laws,
decrees, or tidings; to publish; as, to promulgate the secrets
of a council.
Syn. -- To publish; declare; proclaim. See
Announce.