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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Its collaboration with the Sydney Festival on projects like Thaw — a melting iceberg installation highlighting climate change — shows how art can drive meaningful conversations about sustainability.
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Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
The installation reimagines Messi’s header against Manchester United in the 2009 UEFA Champions League final, a moment the player himself selected as the most meaningful of his 800-plus goals.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Beyond the stage performances are 21 films from 26 filmmakers screening July 18-20 at the Stray Cat Film Center and 35 art installations at two sites.
—Dan Kelly
july 11, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2025
Its easy installation and excellent value for the price earned it the Editors' Choice award for best wireless outdoor cameras.
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Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
The installation reimagines Messi’s header against Manchester United in the 2009 UEFA Champions League final, a moment the player himself selected as the most meaningful of his 800-plus goals.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Beyond the stage performances are 21 films from 26 filmmakers screening July 18-20 at the Stray Cat Film Center and 35 art installations at two sites.
—Dan Kelly
july 11, Kansas City Star, 11 July 2025
Its easy installation and excellent value for the price earned it the Editors' Choice award for best wireless outdoor cameras.
—PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
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“Installation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/installation. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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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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