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institution
[in-sti-too-shuhn, -tyoo-]
noun
an organization, establishment, foundation, society, or the like, devoted to the promotion of a particular cause or program, especially one of a public, educational, or charitable character.
This college is the best institution of its kind.
the building occupied by such an establishment.
a public or private place for the care or confinement of inmates, especially mental patients or other persons with physical or mental disabilities.
Sociology.a well-established and structured pattern of behavior or of relationships that is accepted as a fundamental part of a culture, as marriage.
the institution of the family.
any established law, custom, etc.
any familiar, long-established person, thing, or practice; fixture.
the act of instituting or setting up; establishment.
the institution of laws.
Ecclesiastical.
the origination of the Eucharist, and enactment of its observance, by Christ.
the investment of a member of the clergy with a spiritual charge.
institution
/ ˌɪԲɪˈːʃə /
noun
the act of instituting
an organization or establishment founded for a specific purpose, such as a hospital, church, company, or college
the building where such an organization is situated
an established custom, law, or relationship in a society or community
Also called: institutional investor.a large organization, such as an insurance company, bank, or pension fund, that has substantial sums to invest on a stock exchange
informala constant feature or practice
Jones' drink at the bar was an institution
the appointment or admission of an incumbent to an ecclesiastical office or pastoral charge
Christian theol the creation of a sacrament by Christ, esp the Eucharist
Other Word Forms
- counterinstitution noun
- noninstitution noun
- reinstitution noun
- ˌԲپˈٳܳپDzԲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of institution1
Example Sentences
Research has made clear that Latinos bear the brunt of underrepresentation across important societal institutions such as academia, private enterprise, philanthropy and news media.
The statement declared the institution’s full independence, including in personnel decisions.
Along with area bars and restaurants, civic institutions and art organizations have also been affected.
He focused on transforming institutions by changing election laws, allowing him to create legislative supermajorities while winning a mere plurality of the vote.
For one thing, its clubs can’t afford to lose access to international talent any more than Harvard University and other institutions of higher education can.
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