institute
n. · v.-
1 an organization (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Academican organization created for a specific purpose, such as research, education, or science.
an organization founded to promote a specific cause, often related to scientific research, professional standards, or education.
ExampleThe research institute is looking for a cure for the disease.
ExampleThe institute published a comprehensive report on climate change, drawing on data collected by atmospheric scientists over the last three decades.
UsageOften used in the proper names of organizations.
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2 technical college (n.) B2 Upper Intermediatea school or college that teaches technical or professional skills.
an educational establishment, specifically one specializing in technical subjects or vocational training.
ExampleHe studied engineering at a famous technical institute in the city.
ExampleAfter graduating from the vocational institute, she secured a position as a lead technician at a local aerospace firm.
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3 to start a process (v.) C1 Advanced Formal Lawto officially start a new rule, system, or law.
to initiate or establish a system, rule, or formal process. Transitive — requires a direct object.
ExampleThe company decided to institute a new policy regarding remote work.
ExampleThe government moved to institute legal proceedings against the corporation following the discovery of widespread financial irregularities.
UsageCommonly collocates with 'proceedings', 'reforms', or 'policies'.
From French institut, from Middle French, from Latin īnstitūtum.
From Middle English, from Latin īnstitūtus, past participle of īnstituō (“to set up, place upon, purpose, begin, institute”), from in (“in, on”) + statuō (“set up, establish”).