L'institution
Example: L'institution de la monarchie a profondément marqué l'histoire française.
Definition
"L'institution" refers to an established organization or system, especially one with social, political, or historical significance. It often denotes a foundational entity, such as a government body or monarchy, that shapes and influences society over time.
Etymology
The word "l'institution" comes from the Latin 'institutio,' meaning 'arrangement' or 'establishment.' It entered French through Old French, carrying the sense of setting up or founding structures, especially in societal or legal contexts.
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