infrastructure

/ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌktʃər/
noun
  1. The basic physical and organizational systems and structures that a country, city, or organization needs to function, such as roads, bridges, power lines, and communication networks.
    • Good internet infrastructure is essential for remote work and online education.
    • The government is investing billions to improve the country's aging infrastructure.
    • After the hurricane, much of the city's infrastructure, including roads and power grids, was destroyed.
  2. The underlying system or framework that supports an organization, activity, or process.
    • A strong transportation infrastructure helps businesses deliver goods more efficiently.
    • The school's digital infrastructure allows students to access learning materials from anywhere.
    • The company is building a new IT infrastructure to handle its growing data needs.
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