institution

US /ˌɪn.stəˈtuː.ʃən/
UK /ˌɪn.stəˈtuː.ʃən/
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1.

机构, 院校

a large and important organization, such as a university, bank, or hospital

:
The university is a highly respected institution.
这所大学是一所备受尊敬的机构
Financial institutions play a crucial role in the economy.
金融机构在经济中扮演着关键角色。
2.

制度, 习俗

an established law, practice, or custom

:
Marriage is a long-standing institution in many cultures.
婚姻在许多文化中是一种长期存在的制度
The legal system is a fundamental institution of society.
法律体系是社会的基本制度
3.

知名人物, 标志性场所

a person or thing that is very well known and established in a particular place or field

:
She's a local institution, everyone knows her.
她是当地的知名人物,人人都认识她。
That restaurant has been an institution in the city for decades.
那家餐厅几十年来一直是这座城市的标志性场所