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infrastructure

noun in·fra·struc·ture \ˈin-frə-ˌstrək-chər, -(ˌ)frä-\

: the basic equipment and structures (such as roads and bridges) that are needed for a country, region, or organization to function properly

Full Definition of INFRASTRUCTURE

: the underlying foundation or basic framework (as of a system or organization)

: the permanent installations required for military purposes

: the system of public works of a country, state, or region; also : the resources (as personnel, buildings, or equipment) required for an activity

— in·fra·struc·tur·al \-ˌstrək-chə-rəl, -ˌstrək-shrəl\ adjective

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1927

Synonyms: architecture, armature, cadre, configuration, edifice, fabric, framework, framing, frame, shell, skeleton, structure

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