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Definition establishment in American English

establishment noun

noun
/ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
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a research/training establishment

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There are many eating establishments nearby.

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2

the most important and powerful people in a country, who are often thought of as being conservative and wanting to preserve their own power and influence

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the literary/legal/medical establishment

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2.2

relating to the most powerful people in society

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establishment figure/viewpoint

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3

the process of starting or creating something such as an organization

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Davis proposed the establishment of a committee with investigative powers.

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Definition establishment in American English