installation

noun

in·​stal·​la·​tion ˌin(t)-stə-ˈlā-shən 

1

: the act of installing : the state of being installed

2

: something that is installed for use

3

: a military camp, fort, or base

4

: a work of art that usually consists of multiple components often in mixed media and that is exhibited in a usually large space in an arrangement specified by the artist

Synonyms of installation

• inauguration
• inaugural
• initiation

Examples of installation in a Sentence

The cable company offers lower prices and free installation.

These products are designed for easy installation.

Her installation as president will take place tomorrow.

The room contained the company's large computer installation.

Recent Examples on the Web

In Houston, the Menil will show John Akomfrah’s new six-channel video installation about youth in the US Civil Rights Movement. —Greg Allen, ARTnews.com, 7 June 2026

Upon installation of a new blue turf later this summer, Boise State will color the 2-yard hash marks orange in honor of Jeanty’s jersey number while at the school. —Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 June 2026

Every step of the process, from initial planning and design to final construction and installation, is handled with care and dedication. —Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026

Everything learned can be transferred to ABB’s commercial charger installations. —James Morris, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1543, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for installation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

installation

noun

in·​stal·​la·​tion ˌin(t)-stə-ˈlā-shən 

1

: the act of installing : the state of being installed

2

: something installed for use

3

: a military base

4

: a work of art that consists of multiple pieces arranged in a large space