installation
noun
in·stal·la·tion
ˌin(t)-stə-ˈlā-shən 
1
: the act of installing : the state of being installed
2
: something that is installed for use
3
: a military camp, fort, or base
4
: a work of art that usually consists of multiple components often in mixed media and that is exhibited in a usually large space in an arrangement specified by the artist
Examples of installation in a Sentence
The cable company offers lower prices and free installation.
These products are designed for easy installation.
Her installation as president will take place tomorrow.
The room contained the company's large computer installation.
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Rota lies around 50 miles north of Guam, which is the site of some of the most important US military installations in the Pacific, including Andersen Air Force Base, that are seen as vital in any US conflict in the region.
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6 July 2026
Boltanski’s haunting installation consists of rusting archive boxes stacked to form dark, narrow passageways.
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6 July 2026
The waterproof vinyl material can handle bathroom conditions, with easy peel-and-stick installation.
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Competing for the innovators award are Mirei Monticelli from Casa Monticelli, specialized in light sculptures and installations; textile artisan Graziella Carta from Studio Pratha, and milliner Karin Monica.
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Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
6 July 2026
Boltanski’s haunting installation consists of rusting archive boxes stacked to form dark, narrow passageways.
—
Jeff Chu,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2026
The waterproof vinyl material can handle bathroom conditions, with easy peel-and-stick installation.
—
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
6 July 2026
Competing for the innovators award are Mirei Monticelli from Casa Monticelli, specialized in light sculptures and installations; textile artisan Graziella Carta from Studio Pratha, and milliner Karin Monica.
—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
6 July 2026
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“Installation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/installation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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installation
noun
in·stal·la·tion
ˌin(t)-stə-ˈlā-shən
1
: the act of installing : the state of being installed
2
: something installed for use
3
: a military base
4
: a work of art that consists of multiple pieces arranged in a large space
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