INSTALS | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word INSTALS in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of INSTALS with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Install

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

late Middle English (in install (sense 2)): from medieval Latin installare, from in- ‘into’ + stallum ‘place, stall’. install (sense 1) dates from the mid 19th century

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ɪnˈstɔːl
Dialects: British English
Definition:

place or fix (equipment or machinery) in position ready for use

Short Definition:

place or fix equipment or machinery in position ready for use

Examples:
  • we're planning to install a new shower
  • electric lighting was installed in the cellar
Definition:

place (someone) in a new position of authority, especially with ceremony

Short Definition:

place someone in new position of authority

Examples:
  • he was installed as Prime Minister in 1966
Variant Forms:
  • instal

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