or·ga·ni·za·tion
ˌȯr-gə-nə-ˈzā-shən
ˌȯrg-nə-
1
a
: the act or process of organizing or of being organized
the organization of his material into a speech
b
: the condition or manner of being organized
a group with a high degree of organization
2
a
: association, society
charitable organizations
b
: an administrative and functional structure (such as a business or a political party)
The new president plans to make changes to the company's organization.
also
: the personnel of such a structure
The organization will vote on the proposed changes.
: characterized by complete conformity to the standards and requirements of an organization
an organization man
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“Organization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organization. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.
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