install

verb

in·stall in-ˈstȯl

installed; installing; installs

Synonyms of install next

transitive verb

: to set up for use or service

had an exhaust fan installed in the kitchen

install software

: to induct into an office, rank, or order

installed the new president

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

: 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

Example Sentences

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. See More

Recent Examples on the Web There’s nothing like a warm, bubbly soak under the stars, but not everyone has the space—or budget—to install a permanent hot tub in their backyard. —

Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 16 May 2023 On a dusty roadside on the outskirts of Dubai, Sohrab Fani is profiting from the West’s response to the war in Ukraine: his shop installs seat heaters into cars being re-exported to Russia. —

Jack Ewing, New York Times, 11 May 2023 The lights measure 38-feet long, include 15 on-cable shatter-proof LED bulbs as well as two spares, and easily install with zip ties or cup hooks. —

Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2023 Under terms of the agreement, GPI is to install a permanent oxygen injection system and wet scrubber on various components in the factory's wastewater treatment system by the end of 2023. —

Keith Matheny, Detroit Free Press, 9 May 2023 This grant project will help repair the roof, HVAC system, and electrical and plumbing systems and install an elevator. —

Greg Garrison | , al, 8 May 2023 Vinyl pools take an average of six to eight weeks to install, according to River Pools and Spas, whereas a concrete pool installation can take three to six months. —

Kate Mcgregor, House Beautiful, 5 May 2023 The company, Del Mastro Outdoor, offered to install a billboard in Times Square with his information to increase his chances of finding a donor. —

Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 4 May 2023 Its main pillar is its Xbox Game Pass subscription service, which offers more than a 100 games to install and play for $10 a month. —

Gene Park, Washington Post, 4 May 2023 See More

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Word History

Etymology

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

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

Time Traveler

The first known use of install was in the 15th century

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