founding
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of starting a new organization, company, or city.
n.the act of establishing or initiating an institution, organization, or settlement.
Simple“The city celebrated the 200th anniversary of its founding last summer.”
In context“The founding of the university was made possible by a generous endowment from a local philanthropist who valued public education.”
UsageOften followed by the preposition 'of'.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describing a person or thing that starts an organization.
adj.denoting a person or entity that establishes or originates something; often used in compound titles.
Simple“He was a founding member of the local hiking club.”
In context“The founding principles of the constitution were debated extensively by the delegates during the summer of 1787.”
- 03 C2 Proficiency
n.the process of melting metal and pouring it into a mold.
n.the industrial process of melting and casting metal; also refers to the work done in a foundry.
Simple“The factory specialized in the founding of large iron engine parts.”
In context“Advances in precision founding allowed for the creation of complex aerospace components that were previously impossible to manufacture.”
Usage founding partner
“She had supported Ukraine's war effort against Russia's full-scale invasion, founding relief charity Hoplon International in 2022 to supply the country with medical kits and body armour.”
“The Ohio State University provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation US.”