institute institute /ˈɪnstɪˌtuːt/

noun

1. () An association organized to promote art, science or education  ( institute )
   an association organized to promote art, science or education
   

verb

1. () Set up or lay the groundwork for  ( constitute , plant , found , establish , institute )
   set up or lay the groundwork for
    Establish a new department
   establish a new department
   
2. () Advance or set forth in court  ( bring , institute )
   advance or set forth in court
    Bring charges
   bring charges
    Institute proceedings
   institute proceedings