organization
UK: ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃn | US: ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃn
n. a group of people with a shared purpose or goal
n. the structured arrangement of parts into a whole
n. the act of planning or coordinating activities
The word "organization" derives from the Greek "organon" (tool, instrument), which entered Latin as "organum" and later Old French as "organiser." The root "organ-" refers to functional structure, while "-ize" (from Greek "-izein") signifies causing or making. The suffix "-ation" (Latin "-atio") transforms verbs into nouns denoting processes or results. Thus, "organization" originally meant "the act of arranging into functional parts," later extending to groups structured for collective action.
The United Nations is an international organization promoting global cooperation.
Good time management requires careful organization of tasks.
She joined a nonprofit organization focused on environmental conservation.
The company underwent a major reorganization to improve efficiency.
Cellular organization determines the structure of living organisms.