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institution

/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/ · /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/

CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3522 in the learning path

机构;院校

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Definitions

n. An established organisation serving an educational, financial, or public purpose.

机构;院校

n. An established custom or system within a society.

制度;惯例

Example

My sister works at a respected institution near home.

我姐姐在家附近一家备受尊重的机构工作。

Every educational institution should provide accessible facilities and appropriate support for students with disabilities.

每所教育机构都应提供无障碍设施,并为残障学生提供适当支持。

Collocations

  • educational institution
  • financial institution
  • the institution of marriage

Word family

  • institutional (adj.)
  • institutionalise (v.)

Usage tip

可指具体机构,也可指婚姻等社会制度。

FAQ

What does institution mean?
An established organisation serving an educational, financial, or public purpose. An established custom or system within a society.
How is institution pronounced?
UK /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/, US /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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