founding

/ˈfaʊndɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To start (an institution or organization).

  2. 2

    To begin building.

Synonyms

verb

  1. 1

    To melt, especially of metal in an industrial setting.

  2. 2

    To form by melting a metal and pouring it into a mould; to cast.

noun

  1. 1

    The establishment of something.

    the founding of the republic

adjective

  1. 1

    Who or that founds or found.

    The founding fathers of our country.

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