Meaning & Definition
noun
The process of legally combining or merging entities, especially businesses, to form a corporation.
The incorporation of the new startup allowed it to gain access to venture capital.
The act of including or integrating parts into a whole.
The incorporation of diverse perspectives improved the team's decision-making.
The formal process of forming a corporation under the laws of a state.
After the incorporation of the nonprofit organization, it was able to apply for tax-exempt status.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin term 'incorporare,' meaning 'to form into a body.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
incorporation papers:
Documents required to form a corporation.
articles of incorporation:
Legal documents that establish a corporation.
incorporation process:
The steps taken to legally create a corporation.
Slang Meanings
Incorporating something into everyday use.
We're looking to incorporate a new strategy into our workflow.