institution

§Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/, SAMPA: /%InstI"tju:S@n/
• (US) IPA: /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/, SAMPA: /%InstI"tu:S@n/

• Audio (US)

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§Noun

Singular institution

Plural institutions

The building for an institution.

1. An institution is a large group of people who work together for a specific purpose. Examples include hospitals, universities, and banks.

   Banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions are already offering internet services.

§Related words

• institute