infrastructure

Etymology

Borrowed from French infrastructure, equivalent to infra- + structure.

noun

  1. (systems theory) An underlying base or foundation especially for an organization or system.
    The parasitic tyranny's infrastructure depends on secrecy in order to be effective.
  2. The basic facilities, services and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society.

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