Institution

/ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An established organization, especially one dedicated to education, public service, or culture.

The university is a prestigious institution known for its research programs.

A significant practice, relationship, or organization in a society or culture.

Marriage is considered a fundamental institution in many cultures.

The act of instituting something, such as a law, practice, or practice.

The institution of new regulations was necessary for public safety.

From Latin 'institutio', meaning 'establishing, mode of education', from 'instituere' meaning 'to establish'.

institution of higher learning

An educational institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees.

financial institution

An organization that provides financial services, such as banks and credit unions.

public institution

An organization established for public purposes, funded by tax revenues.

institutional

Relating to an institution.

institutionalize

To make something a norm or standard within an institution.

Big house

He’s doing time in the big house, which is just a fancy institution.

The joint

She spent a few years in the joint, which is another word for the institution.