install

[ɪnˈstɔːl]

install Definition

• 1. to put a piece of equipment somewhere and connect it so that it is ready to be used
• 2. to put computer software onto a computer so that the computer can use it

Using install: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "install" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The technician will install the new air conditioning unit tomorrow.

• Example

  I need to install a new printer driver on my computer.

• Example

  We are going to install a new security system in the building.

install Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for install

• position
• place
• fix
• set up
• put in place

Antonyms for install

• remove
• uninstall

Phrases with install

• install base

  the number of units of a particular product that have been sold and are being used

  Example

  The company has a large install base for their popular video game.

• installment plan

  a system where you pay for something in several smaller payments over a period of time

  Example

  I can't afford to pay for the car all at once, so I'm going to use an installment plan.

• installment

  one of a series of payments that you make over a period of time in order to pay for something

  Example

  I have to make my monthly installment on my car loan.

Origins of install

from Old French 'installer', from Latin 'installare', from in- 'into' + stallum 'stall, place'

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Summary: install in Brief

To 'install' [ɪnˈstɔːl] means to put equipment or software in place and connect it for use. This includes setting up new devices like air conditioning units or installing software on a computer. The term also includes phrases like 'install base,' which refers to the number of units of a product that have been sold and are being used.