1. the act or process of establishing or creating an institution, organization, or settlement
2. the action of pouring molten metal into a mold to create a cast object
Usage: technical; metallurgy

1. relating to or involved in the establishment of something, especially an organization or institution

Examples

• The founding of the university took place in 1850.
• The founding members of the club met every week.
• She played a key role in the founding of the nonprofit organization.
• The founding fathers wrote the Constitution.
• Metal founding requires specialized equipment and expertise.
• The company celebrated its founding anniversary with a special event.