公募

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 公募 (こうぼ) combines public 公 and recruitment 募 to denote an open call for submissions.
• Basic usage: It is used when a city invites names or an organizer gathers works from the public.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Open submission rather than private nomination
  • 公募 makes the opportunity publicly available to eligible entrants instead of selecting only prearranged candidates.