charter

/ˈʧɑrtər/

a document incorporating an institution and specifying its rights; includes the articles of incorporation and the certificate of incorporation

中文释义：特许状；章程

The university was granted a royal charter in the 19th century.

这所大学在19世纪获得了皇家特许状。

The charter outlines the rights and responsibilities of all members.

章程概述了所有成员的权利和责任。