Institution
Noun
UK
/ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən/
US
/ˌɪn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən/
Definition
A large organisation or an established system that helps or serves people.
Example
"The hospital is a well-known medical institution."
"Voting is an important institution in every democratic country."
"Schools and universities are institutions that help people grow and learn."
Explanation
An institution is a large, important organisation that has been around for a long time. Examples: a school, hospital, bank, library, court, government offices, museum, etc. These are called institutions because they serve the public and follow set rules or systems. The word can also mean a well-known custom or practice that has existed for years, like family dinners are an institution in their house. Institutions are important because they support people’s needs, such as education, health, or law.