something established; a constituted order or system.
(often cap.) the existing power structure in society; the dominant groups in society and their customs or institutions; institutional authority (usually prec. by the): The Establishment believes exploring outer space is worth any tax money spent.
(often cap.) the dominant group in a field of endeavor, organization, etc. (usually prec. by the): the literary Establishment.
a household; place of residence including its furnishings, grounds, etc.
a place of business together with its employees, merchandise, equipment, etc.
a permanent civil, military, or other force or organization.
an institution, as a school, hospital, etc.
the recognition by a state of a church as the state church.
the church so recognized, esp. the Church of England.