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institution

/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/ /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃən/

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noun

Coutume, pratique

A custom or practice of a society or community.

Examples :

"Greeting each other with a handshake is a common institution in many Western cultures. "

Se saluer avec une poignée de main est une pratique courante dans de nombreuses cultures occidentales.

culture society tradition essential

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Institution, organisme

An organization similarly long established and respected, particularly one involved with education, public service, or charity work.

Examples :

"The university is a respected institution, known for its long history of academic excellence. "

L'université est une institution respectée, connue pour sa longue histoire d'excellence académique.

organization education government society service essential

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Bâtiment, établissement

The building or buildings which house such an organization.

Examples :

"The university institution is a large building complex with many classrooms and labs. "

L'établissement universitaire est un grand complexe de bâtiments avec de nombreuses salles de classe et laboratoires.

building architecture organization essential

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Établissement, institution

Other places or businesses similarly long established and respected.

Examples :

"Over time, the local pub has become something of an institution."

Au fil du temps, le pub local est devenu une sorte d'institution.

organization business society essential

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Figure, personnalité établie

A person similarly long established in a place, position, or field.

Examples :

"My grandmother is a respected institution in our family; she has lived there for over 70 years. "

Ma grand-mère est une figure respectée dans notre famille ; elle y vit depuis plus de 70 ans.

person position organization history essential

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L'institution, la fondation

The act of instituting something.

Examples :

"The institution of higher speed limits was a popular move but increased the severity of crashes."

L'institution de limites de vitesse plus élevées était une mesure populaire, mais a augmenté la gravité des accidents.

organization action essential

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noun

Institution

The act by which a bishop commits a cure of souls to a priest.

Examples :

"The bishop's institution of Father Michael as pastor marked the beginning of his new role at St. Joseph's Church. "

L'institution du père Michael comme pasteur par l'évêque a marqué le début de son nouveau rôle à l'église Saint-Joseph.

religion theology organization essential

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Manuel, système, ensemble de règles

That which institutes or instructs, particularly a textbook or system of elements or rules.

Examples :

"The new math textbook is considered a respected institution in the school's curriculum. "

Le nouveau manuel de mathématiques est considéré comme un système respecté dans le programme scolaire.

education organization system culture essential