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Institutions

/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənz/

A custom or practice of a society or community.

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📖 Definitions of "Institutions"

noun

1
A custom or practice of a society or community.
2
An organization similarly long established and respected, particularly one involved with education, public service, or charity work.
3
The building or buildings which house such an organization.
"He's been in an institution since the crash."
4
Other places or businesses similarly long established and respected.
"Over time, the local pub has become something of an institution."

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Institutions"

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establishmentnoun	That which is established; as a form of government, a permanent organization, business or force, or the place where one is permanently fixed for residence.
foundingnoun	The establishment of something.
initiationnoun	The act of initiating, or the process of being initiated or introduced.
creationnoun	(uncountable) The act of creating something.
foundationnoun	That upon which anything is founded; that on which anything stands, and by which it is supported; the lowest and supporting layer of a superstructure; underbuilding.
originationnoun	(uncountable) The process of bringing something into existence.
instaurationnoun	A restoration after decay or dilapidation; renewal; repair.
academiesnoun	An institution for the study of higher learning; a college or a university; typically a private school.
academynoun	An institution for the study of higher learning; a college or a university; typically a private school.
actors	(original title: Les Acteurs) a 2000 French comedy film directed by Bertrand Blier.
administrationsnoun	(uncountable) The act of administering; government of public affairs; the service rendered, or duties assumed, in conducting affairs; the conducting of any office or employment; direction.
agenciesnoun	An establishment engaged in doing business for another; also, the place of business or the district of such an agency.
agencynoun	An establishment engaged in doing business for another; also, the place of business or the district of such an agency.
agents	a Finnish band formed in 1979, playing rautalanka, schlager and rock'n'roll music.
aisnoun	(nautical) Initialism of automatic identification system, as an element of the Global Marine Distress and Safety System GMDSS.
associationsnoun	(countable) The state of being associated; a connection to or an affiliation with something.
asylumsnoun	A place of safety or refuge.
authoritiesnoun	The bodies that enforce law and order or provide a public service.
authoritynoun	(uncountable) Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.
banksnoun	An English toponymic surname for someone who lives near a hill or bank of land.