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
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.
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Bidding and construction began in November So far, the building’s external structure is complete, with the installation of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems ongoing.
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Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
At the time, the installation was touted to improve gunshot detection, response time and support proactive policing strategies.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2026
Space constraints could curtail the installation of a comfortably sized concourse, and who’s going to pay for stadium maintenance?
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Or, not unlike other major cities’ subway systems, what if there were buskers playing music in the skyways or more ambitious public art installations, Hanley asks.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026
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Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
At the time, the installation was touted to improve gunshot detection, response time and support proactive policing strategies.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 12 Jan. 2026
Space constraints could curtail the installation of a comfortably sized concourse, and who’s going to pay for stadium maintenance?
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Or, not unlike other major cities’ subway systems, what if there were buskers playing music in the skyways or more ambitious public art installations, Hanley asks.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for installation
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“Installation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/installation. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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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
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