Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smithsonian
Adjective
smɪθˈsoʊniən
Definition
Relating to the Smithsonian Institution, a group of museums and research centers in the United States.
Examples
- The Smithsonian museums in Washington D.C. attract millions of visitors each year.
- Her research was funded by a Smithsonian grant.
Meaning
The term ‘Smithsonian’ often refers to the network of museums and programs that promote education, research, and the preservation of history and culture.
Synonyms
- Institutional
- Cultural
- Museum-related
