The institution
Example: The institution governs according to established rules
Definition
"The institution" refers to an established organization or foundation, especially one dedicated to education, public service, or culture. It can also mean a customary practice or system accepted and followed by society, such as marriage or legal systems.
Etymology
The phrase "the institution" derives from the Latin word 'institutio,' meaning arrangement or establishment. Over time, it evolved in English to describe formal organizations or established societal practices. Did you know? The word originally emphasized the act of setting up or founding something permanent.
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"The institution" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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