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institutes

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɪnstəˌtuts// UK //ˈɪnstɪtjˌuːts// in·sti·tutes

n. organizations that are created for a specific purpose, such as education, science, or art. They are often large and well-known places where experts work.

n. organisations or societies established for a specific purpose, typically involving research, education, or professional advocacy. Often refers to the physical buildings or the administrative bodies themselves.


SIMPLE

The city has several institutes for medical research.

CONTEXTUAL

Many technical institutes offer specialized training programs that help students transition directly into the local workforce.

COMPLEX

The collaboration between various research institutes has accelerated the development of renewable energy technologies, proving that shared resources lead to faster scientific breakthroughs.

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Usage

Often used in the plural when referring to a group of similar organizations or as part of a proper name.

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