institution

Meanings

• noun

  A formal organization, establishment, or societal entity

  - "The institution of marriage has been a cultural tradition for centuries."
  - "The university is a renowned institution for higher education."

• verb

  The act of instituting or establishing

  - "The company instituted a new policy regarding employee benefits."
  - "The monarchy was instituted in the 11th century."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2100997"

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Synonyms

establishment

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with institution
instigation , frustration , education , cooperation

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Variants

List of all variants of institution that leads to same result
institution , institutions , institution of higher learning , correctional institution , correctional institutions , financial institution , penal institution , counter-institution , counter-institutions , counterinstitution , counterinstitutions , thrift , thrift institution , thrifts

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Etymology

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From the Latin instituere, meaning 'to establish, set up' or 'to instruct, teach'

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Trivia

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1. The oldest institution in the world is the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, which was built in 33 AD.

2. The term 'institution' was first used in English in the 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. Organization: An organized structure for the administration or coordination of an activity or set of activities.

2. Establishment: A business or other organization that has been in operation for a long time.

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Culture

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Institutions have played a significant role in shaping society and its norms. They can be found in various domains such as education, healthcare, religion, and government.

How to Memorize "institution"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grand building with a sign that reads 'Institution'. Visualize the people working inside and the services they provide.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a formal, structured entity or organization.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'I Need A Big House' to remember the definition: Institution Needs A Big House - Established, Administrated, Big, Household

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