Meaning & use

entity

noun·Academic

A thing that exists independently and has a distinct, separate identity.

See it in a sentence

The new subsidiary operates as a separate legal entity from the parent company.

Some cultures believe in spiritual entities that inhabit natural objects.

A note on using this word

Entity is often used in legal and business contexts for organizations, as well as more broadly for anything with a distinct existence.

Words with a similar meaning

beingorganization

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