establish — to create or set up an organization, system, or set of rules on a firm or permanent basis
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to create or set up an organization, system, or set of rules on a firm or permanent basis
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother established a cookie empire from her kitchen, now we're all rolling in dough!
- The detective established that the butler didn't do it – it was the garden gnome all along!
- Korea established diplomatic relations with many countries after the Korean War.
establish
VERB[/ɪˈstæblɪʃ/]
to create or set up an organization, system, or set of rules on a firm or permanent basis
The family established a small bakery in their hometown.
The university established a new research center. (🏗️ Build + 🏛️ Foundation → Establish)
They established the company, accomplished their dream, and watched it flourish.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'establir', derived from Latin 'stabilire', meaning 'to make stable or firm'. This comes from the Latin root 'stabilis' meaning 'stable' or 'steady'.
Breakdown
es- (out) + -tablish (from Latin stabilire, to make stable) = establish (to make stable or set up permanently)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“They plan to establish a company next year.”
“The two countries established diplomatic relations in 1965.”
“It took him years to establish himself in the industry.”
“We need to establish the facts before making any decisions.”
“It's a well-established tradition in our family.”
📝Examples
“My grandmother established a cookie empire from her kitchen, now we're all rolling in dough!”
“The detective established that the butler didn't do it – it was the garden gnome all along!”
“Korea established diplomatic relations with many countries after the Korean War.”
“Scientists are trying to establish whether life exists on Mars.”
“The school established a new policy regarding smartphone use in classrooms.”
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