First Known Use: 15th century
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install
verb in·stall \in-ˈstȯl\
: 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
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INSTALL Defined for Kids
install
verb in·stall \in-ˈstȯl\
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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