infrastructure

noun

ˈin-frə-ˌstrək-chər How to pronounce infrastructure (audio)
Definition of infrastructurenext
as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form a bold plan to deal a crippling blow to the infrastructure of international terrorism

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Recent Examples of infrastructure Data centers are driving a surge in new gas infrastructure projects in the US, moving many tech companies further from their sustainability goals. — Justine Calma, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026 In some parts of the country, dangerous sinkholes are opening as aging, abandoned mine infrastructure erodes beneath communities, roads and public lands. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026 Frozen kimbap, mandu and Korean BBQ bowls have moved from Asian-grocery specialty shelves into Kroger, Target and Trader Joe’s, and the production and distribution infrastructure behind the shift suggests the growth is only beginning. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026 Few institutions will want to build blockchain connectivity, wallet infrastructure, liquidity access, fiat conversion rails and multi-jurisdiction compliance controls from scratch. — Pratik Khowala, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for infrastructure
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  1. structure
  2. architecture
  3. framework
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  • Firefighters, Red Cross personnel and security forces were being deployed to inspect damaged structures and assist affected communities.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Doing so, claims the personal knowledge that disciplinary training and structures like the vita elide and offers a bridge to more fully understand the grief and loss the families in the cowboy suit tragedy experienced.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of structure
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  • The architecture uses electronic switches and control systems to change how battery cells are connected during operation.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
  • For a dose of Balinese culture, Uluwatu Temple—one of the island’s most iconic for its clifftop architecture, sunset vistas and nightly kecak fire dance spectacle—is some 30-45 minutes by car.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of architecture
Noun
  • The Film Philippines Office (FPO) unveiled the new framework at the Busan International Film Festival‘s Asian Contents & Film Market.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Under the agreement, PGK and SFA will establish a new framework for co-production between Korean and Sakha producers, aimed at developing projects together and sharing information on public financing available in both territories.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of framework

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“Infrastructure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infrastructure. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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