institute

in-sti-tute · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An organization founded for a particular purpose, especially one devoted to education, research, or public service.

  2. 2.

    A building or facility used by such an organization.

Forms

plural: institutes

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    research institute — an organization dedicated to scientific research
  • •
    institute proceedings — to begin legal action

Related words

See also: academy, institution, organization
Synonyms: academy, institution, organization

Etymology

From Latin institutum ("purpose, plan, custom"), neuter past participle of instituere ("to set up, establish"), from in- ("in") + statuere ("to set up, establish"). Entered English in the 14th century.