To become known publicly; to become famous or gain recognition.
彼女の小説が世に出て、たちまち人気作家になった。
Her novel was published and she quickly became a popular author.
若い歌手がテレビ番組で注目され、世に出た。
A young singer attracted attention on a TV show and became known to the public.
あの俳優は映画で世に出て、一躍スターになった。
That actor came to public attention through a movie and became a star overnight.
To go out into the world; to start making one's way in society; also to appear or be published (e.g., a work or product released to the public).
新しいスマートフォンが来月世に出る予定だ。
A new smartphone is scheduled to be released next month.
大学を卒業して早く世に出たいと考えている。
I want to graduate and get out into the world quickly.
その論文は学会誌で世に出た。
That paper was published in the journal.