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institution

Noun B1 – Intermediate

A large, established organization with a particular purpose, such as a university, hospital, or bank.

"The university is one of the oldest institutions in the country."

"Institution" can sound cold when applied to people, as in "put someone in an institution," so it's used carefully in that sense.

Synonyms

organization establishment