install

or in·stal

[ in-stawl ]

verb (used with object)

1. to place in position or connect for service or use:

   to install a heating system;

   to install software on a computer.

2. to establish in an office, position, or place:

   to install oneself in new quarters.

3. to induct into an office or the like with ceremonies or formalities.

   Synonyms: receive, instate, invest

install

/ ɪnˈstɔːl /

verb

1. to place (machinery, equipment, etc) in position and connect and adjust for use
2. to transfer (computer software) from a distribution file to a permanent location on disk, and prepare it for its particular environment and application
3. to put in a position, rank, etc
4. to settle (a person, esp oneself) in a position or state

   she installed herself in an armchair

Derived Forms

• inˈstaller, noun

Other Words From

• in·staller noun
• prein·stall verb (used with object)
• rein·stall verb (used with object)

Word History and Origins

Origin of install¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English word from Medieval Latin word installāre. See in- ², stall ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of install¹

C16: from Medieval Latin installāre, from in- ² + stallum stall ¹

Example Sentences

In recent years they have installed cameras, drones, and ramped up the number of security staff.

From BBC

A replacement was installed and Mr Gigantiello was removed from his responsibilities, the statement read.

From BBC

If Republicans bow to his demand to recess the Senate so that he can install appointees without confirmation, it would rewrite the balance of power established by the founders more than two centuries ago.

From Salon

The 2024 election has installed a regime of one-party government in Washington.

From Salon

But if it has been used inappropriately or installed poorly, it might put stress on timbers, restrict air circulation and put them at risk of decaying.

From BBC

Related Words

• build in
• fix
• inaugurate
• institute
• introduce
• invest
• lay
• place
• plant
• put in
• station