The act, or process of setting something up, or establishing something; the composition or structure of such a thing; its makeup.
A legal document describing such a formal system.
The formal or informal system of primary principles and laws that regulates a government or other institutions.
A document issued by a religious authority serving to promulgate some particular church laws or doctrines.
A person's physical makeup or temperament, especially in respect of robustness.
The act of establishing; a ratifying or ordaining; settlement; confirmation.
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. Also Establishment.
The number of staff required to run a department or organisation (often used in the context of healthcare and other public services).
The state of being established, founded, etc.; fixed state.