establishment
The act or process of establishing; a ratifying or ordaining; settlement; confirmation.
The state of being established, founded, etc.; fixed state.
That which is established; as a form of government, a permanent organization, business or force, or the place where one is permanently fixed for residence.
The ruling class or authority group in a society; especially, an entrenched authority dedicated to preserving the status quo.
The number of staff required to run a department or organisation (often used in the context of healthcare and other public services).
The institution and official status of a church as a state church, especially that of the Church of England and historically of Ireland.
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Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing