Definition
infrastructure
noun
- the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise
Examples
- The city's aging infrastructure needs major repairs.
- Good transportation infrastructure is essential for economic growth.
- The hurricane damaged roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure.
- The company invested heavily in its IT infrastructure.
- Rural areas often lack adequate infrastructure for high-speed internet.
- The government allocated billions for infrastructure improvements.
- Water and sewage systems are part of a city's basic infrastructure.