institution

• Nom désignant une organisation établie, une coutume ou une pratique durable, souvent dotée d'une structure formelle et d'une fonction sociale.

A noun referring to an established organization, custom, or practice, often with a formal structure and social purpose.

1. Organization or establishmentB1formal

   An organization, establishment, foundation, or corporation dedicated to a particular purpose, such as education, finance, or charity.

   Institution (organisation établie)

   • The university is a respected educational institution.
   • Banks are financial institutions that manage money.
   • The museum is a cultural institution in the city.

   Synonymesagencyassociationbodyconcerncorporationestablishmentfoundationinstituteorganizationsociety

2. Established custom or practiceB2formal

   A long-established and widely accepted custom, practice, or tradition in a society.

   Institution (coutume établie)

   • Marriage is a social institution in many cultures.
   • The institution of democracy has deep historical roots.
   • The monarchy is an ancient institution in the United Kingdom.

   Synonymesconventioncustomnormobservancepracticeriteritualtraditionusage

3. Place for care or confinementB2formal

   A building or facility where people live and receive care, such as a mental hospital or prison.

   Établissement de soins ou de détention

   • He was placed in a mental institution for treatment.
   • The prison is a correctional institution.
   • The elderly man was moved to a care institution.

   Synonymesasylumhomehospitalprisonreformatorysanatorium