n. [ L.: cf. F. instituteur. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

1. One who institutes, founds, ordains, or establishes. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. One who educates; an instructor. [ Obs. ] Walker. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. (Episcopal Church) A presbyter appointed by the bishop to institute a rector or assistant minister over a parish church. [ 1913 Webster ]