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infrastructure

/ˈɪnfɹəˌstɹʌk(t)ʃɚ/
noun
  1. (systems theory) An underlying base or foundation especially for an organization or system.

    "The parasitic tyranny's infrastructure depends on secrecy in order to be effective."

    Similar: underbuilding

  2. The basic facilities, services and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society.

Synonymsunderbuilding

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