Public Institution
/ˈpʌblɪk ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An organization established and maintained by government authority to provide public services or fulfill governmental functions.
The city library, a public institution, offers free educational resources to all residents.
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- public institutions
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Commentary
The term denotes entities created under public law distinct from private entities; clarity in identifying the source of authority (federal, state, local) enhances precision in legal drafting.
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