infrastructure

English

/ˈɪnfɹəˌstɹʌk(t)ʃɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • (systems theory) An underlying base or foundation especially for an organization or system.
  • The basic facilities, services and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society.

Etymology

Borrowed from French infrastructure pre from English structure.

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English

structure

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