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install

verb in·stall \in-ˈstl\

: to make (a machine, a service, etc.) ready to be used in a certain place

: to put (someone) in an official or important job

: to cause (someone) to be or stay in a particular place

Full Definition of INSTALL

transitive verb
1
a :  to place in an office or dignity by seating in a stall or official seat
b :  to induct into an office, rank, or order <installed the new president>
2
:  to establish in an indicated place, condition, or status <installing herself in front of the fireplace>
3
:  to set up for use or service <had an exhaust fan installed in the kitchen> <install software>
in·stall·er noun
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Origin of INSTALL

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

Rhymes with INSTALL

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INSTALL Defined for Kids

install

verb in·stall \in-ˈstl\
in·stalledin·stall·ing

Definition of INSTALL for Kids

1
:  to put in office with ceremony <At the next meeting we'll be installing new officers.>
2
:  to put in place for use or service <Smoke detectors were installed in every apartment.>

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