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

While Flock is best known for its controversial use by law enforcement agencies, citizens can install their own on private property. — Hunter Sowards, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026

The former is furnished with a sofa, plus there's room to install a TV on the wall. — New Atlas, 10 Nov. 2026

In other business, the board approved spending $1,071,31 for Veregy to install a rooftop solar array at PHS. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026

The workers who install, maintain, and dismantle sidewalk sheds and scaffolding are essential. — Ahmed Tigani, New York Daily News, 10 Nov. 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