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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Some nervous Democrats and their allies worry that language could thwart installation of a Democratic majority in the next Congress.
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Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Even small installation mistakes can shorten a roof’s lifespan and lead to interior water damage over time.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
Located at 805 Traction Avenue in downtown LA, The Box opened in June 2007 with a multichannel video installation by Spandau Parks.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The company aims to build on its engineering expertise to offer comprehensive power solutions, including installation and maintenance services.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Apr. 2026
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Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Even small installation mistakes can shorten a roof’s lifespan and lead to interior water damage over time.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 25 Apr. 2026
Located at 805 Traction Avenue in downtown LA, The Box opened in June 2007 with a multichannel video installation by Spandau Parks.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
The company aims to build on its engineering expertise to offer comprehensive power solutions, including installation and maintenance services.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Apr. 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 27 Apr. 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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