Infrastructure

/ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌk.tʃər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

The country's infrastructure, including roads and bridges, is in desperate need of repair.

The underlying foundation or basic framework, especially of a system or organization.

The infrastructure of the network is designed to support high-speed data transmission.

The resources and services that an economy or society relies on.

Investment in infrastructure can boost economic growth and improve quality of life.

From French 'infrastructure', from 'infra-' meaning 'below' + 'structure'.

infrastructure development

The process of building and improving infrastructure.

critical infrastructure

Essential systems that support the functioning of a society.

infrastructure investment

Funds allocated to improve infrastructure.

construction

The building of structures.

engineering

The application of science and mathematics to develop solutions.

urban planning

The planning and design of urban spaces.

Big structures that hold everything up.

Without good infrastructure, we're in deep trouble!

The behind-the-scenes stuff that makes everything work.

These upgrades are key infrastructure to keep the internet running smoothly.