establishment
The act or process of establishing; a ratifying or ordaining; settlement; confirmation.
Other meanings
The state of being established, founded, etc.; fixed state.
That which is established; as a form of government, a permanent organization, business or force, or the place where one is permanently fixed for residence.
Synonyms
- constitution
- formation
- organization
- organisation
Word history
From Old French "establissement".
Where this comes from
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