Installation

/ˌɪnstəˈleɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of installing something, such as equipment or software.

The installation of the new software took longer than expected.

A place where something is set up or mounted, often for a specific purpose.

The art installation drew a large crowd at the gallery.

The process of placing or arranging something in a particular location.

The installation of the solar panels was completed last week.

A military base or facility.

The army has a large installation near the border.

The act of formally placing someone in a position or office.

Her installation as the new president was celebrated with a ceremony.

From Latin `installare` meaning 'to place in position'.

software installation

The process of adding a software program to a computer system.

installation guide

A document that provides instructions for installing a product.

self-installation

The act of installing something by oneself without professional help.

installer

A person or tool that installs something.

installation technician

A professional who specializes in installing equipment.

reinstallation

The act of installing something again.

To set up something quickly and informally.

I just did a quick install of the app on my phone.

To make something operational without formal procedures.

We managed to install the new feature with a quick hack.