Dictionary Entry
infrastructure
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈɪnfɹəˌstɹʌk(t)ʃɚ/Word FrequencyCommon (5.64)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)(systems theory) An underlying base or foundation especially for an organization or system.
In a Sentence
“The parasitic tyranny's infrastructure depends on secrecy in order to be effective.”
Published Usage Examples
“Six billion dollars in infrastructure is not development.”
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Origin
From Latin 'infra' (below) plus structure, late 19th century.
Common Phrases
. infrastructuredevelopment infrastructureprojects infrastructureinfrastructure socialinfrastructure informationinfrastructure physicalinfrastructure economicinfrastructure transport
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