institutions
US /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃənz/
UK /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənz/
複數名詞
1.
制度, 機構
established laws, customs, and practices that are considered an important part of a society or culture
範例:
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Democratic institutions are essential for a free society.
民主制度對自由社會至關重要。
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Marriage is a social institution.
婚姻是一種社會制度。
2.
機構, 組織
organizations founded for a religious, educational, social, or similar purpose
範例:
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Many financial institutions were affected by the crisis.
許多金融機構受到危機影響。
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Universities are important educational institutions.
大學是重要的教育機構。