Meaning of the word institutionalization in English

What does institutionalization mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

institutionalization

US /ˌɪn.stɪˌtuː.ʃən.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌɪn.stɪˌtuː.ʃən.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the act of sending someone to live in an institution (= a place such as a hospital):

Example:
the unjustified institutionalization of people with disabilities
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