institute

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɪnstɪt(j)uːt/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

An organization founded to promote a cause

Example Sentences
  • I work in a medical research institute.
2 Definition

An institution of learning; a college, especially for technical subjects

3 Definition

The building housing such an institution

4 Definition

The act of instituting; institution.

5 Definition

That which is instituted, established, or fixed, such as a law, habit, or custom.

6 Definition

The person to whom an estate is first given by destination or limitation.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To begin or initiate (something); to found.

Example Sentences
  • He instituted the new policy of having children walk through a metal detector to enter school.
2 Definition

To train, instruct.

3 Definition

To nominate; to appoint.

4 Definition

To invest with the spiritual charge of a benefice, or the care of souls.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Established; organized; founded.