1. The action of creating or beginning a system or organization: The politicians suggested having an establishment of a "Save the Forests" group starting the following month!
2. A business or organization that is located in a certain building or place: The finest establishment for good food is the one on High Street called Carla's!
3. An important and leading group of people within a certain profession or sector of activity: The school administration and teaching establishment all voted for having smart boards put into all of the classrooms in their schools.