Definition of publishes:
(v) :
(transitive) To issue (something, such as printed work) for distribution and/or sale.
(v) :
(transitive) To issue the work of (an author).
(v) :
(transitive) To announce to the public.
(v) :
(intransitive) To issue a medium (e.g. publication).
(v) :
(intransitive) To have one's work accepted for a publication.
(v) :
(intransitive, of content) To be made available in a printed publication or other medium.