instal

1 of 2

in·​stal

chiefly British spelling of install

install

2 of 2

verb

in·​stall in-ˈstȯl 

installed; installing; installs

transitive verb

1

: to set up for use or service

had an exhaust fan installed in the kitchen

install software

2

a

: to induct into an office, rank, or order

installed the new president

b

: to place in an office or dignity by seating in a stall or official seat

3

: to establish in an indicated place, condition, or status

installing herself in front of the fireplace

intransitive verb

: to be set up for use or service : to undergo installation

The software installs automatically.

installer noun

Synonyms of instal

Verb

• inaugurate
• induct
• initiate

Examples of instal in a Sentence

Verb

New locks were installed on all the doors.

We thought about installing a new phone system.

The computer comes with the software already installed.

The software installs easily on your hard drive.

The college recently installed its first woman president.

They were temporarily installed in the guest bedroom.

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Lastly, to dull the war-mongering vigor of the Rivermen, Ormund installs small, scared little boys, ripped from their homes, all along the chemin de ronde — a baby human shield for Ser Daeron the Daring’s great army. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026

Rather than install a conventional luxury department-store anchor, Fontainebleau chose a retailer built around ease and joyful discovery. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Renewable power sources are cheaper and faster to install, according to the United Nations, and don't contribute to heat-trapping carbon emissions. — Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026

The bar’s owners have applied for a permit to sell alcoholic beverages and install a 15-foot neon sign at the new location on West 3rd Street. — Isaac Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Verb

Middle English, from Anglo-French enstaller, installer, from Medieval Latin installare, from Latin in- + Medieval Latin stallum stall, from Old High German stal

First Known Use

Verb

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2b