the act or an instance of establishing.

the state or fact of being established.

something established; a constituted order or system.

( often initial capital letter ) the existing power structure in society; the dominant groups in society and their customs or institutions; institutional authority (usually prec. by the )

The Establishment believes exploring outer space is worth any tax money spent.

( often initial capital letter ) the dominant group in a field of endeavor, organization, etc. (usually prec. by the )

the literary Establishment.

a household; place of residence including its furnishings, grounds, etc.

a place of business together with its employees, merchandise, equipment, etc.

a permanent civil, military, or other force or organization.

an institution, as a school, hospital, etc.

the recognition by a state of a church as the state church.

the church so recognized, esp. the Church of England.

Archaic . a fixed or settled income.

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proletariat

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