institution
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/ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃn/
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/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃn/
a large organization with a special purpose, like a university or bank
The university is a respected institution in the community.
この大学はコミュニティで尊敬されている機関です。
a place where people live and are cared for, like a hospital or prison
The mental health institution provides care for patients.
この精神保健施設は患者にケアを提供します。
a long-standing custom or tradition in a group
Sunday dinner is a family institution in our home.
日曜日の夕食は私たちの家の家族の慣習です。
the act of starting something new, like a system or law
The institution of new rules improved safety at the institution.
新しい規則の制定は施設の安全性を向上させました。
a person who is very familiar in a place because they've been there a long time
The old librarian is an institution at this institution.
年配の司書はこの施設の顔です。