Infrastructure definition
(1) The fundamental structure of a system or organization. The basic, fundamental architecture of any system (electronic, mechanical, social, political, etc.) determines how it functions and how flexible it is to meet future requirements.
The basic facilities, services, and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society, such as transportation and communications systems, water and power lines, and public institutions including schools, post offices, and prisons.
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The definition of infrastructure is the basic facilities and installations that help a government or community run, including roads, schools, phone lines, sewage treatment plants and power generation.
An example of infrastructure is the basic roads and power lines for a new housing development.
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In contemporary jargon, the basic abilities and structure of a company.
The basic facilities, services and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society.
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The physical underpinning of a country that support activities and transportation, such as roads, railways, electrical systems, and so on.
A substructure or underlying foundation; esp., the basic installations and facilities on which the continuance and growth of a community, state, etc. depend, as roads, schools, power plants, transportation and communication systems, etc.
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An underlying base or foundation especially for an organization or system.
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Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
infrastructure
Plural:
infrastructures