Pronunciation

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  • (UK) IPA (key): /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/ or /ˌɪnstɪˈtʃuːʃən/
  • (US) IPA (key): /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/
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Singular
institution

Plural
institutions

Institution is on the Academic Vocabulary List.
 
The building for an institution.
  1. (countable & uncountable) A custom or practice of a society or community.
    The institution of marriage is present in many cultures but its details vary widely across them.
  2. (countable) 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.
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