Infrastructure

Noun

1. An underlying base or foundation for a building, organization, or system. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}

   "The parasitic tyranny's infrastructure depends on secrecy in order to be effective."

2. The facilities, services and installations needed for the functioning of a community or society.

   "If we don't spend money to maintain our infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, water mains, sewers, and electrical grids, then it will begin to fail us."