A "public telephone" refers to a telephone that is available for anyone to use, usually located in public places like streets, buildings, or stations. Full definition
In an era long before cell phones, everyone relied on public telephones when traveling. (educationnext.org)
Pismo Beach California Welcome Center offers Public Telephone, Restrooms, Picnic Area, Internet / E-mail, Refreshments, Travel Information / Brochures, Maps, Hotel Information and Referrals, Nearby Restaurants, RV Parking Handicapped Access, and a Lounge. (visitcalifornia.com)
«In addition to the Nigerian Army Information and Call Centre Telephone Number 193 (Using all Networks toll free) and Human Right Desk Number 08160134303, the under listed cell phones numbers are also hereby provided as dedicated public telephone numbers to members of the public who might have reason to pass credible information or reasonable complaints to various Commanders of Exercise EGWU EKE 11: (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)