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Definition install in British English

install verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪnˈstɔːl/
1

to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready for use

Example

Crime has decreased since the security cameras were installed.

Example

Have you installed a smoke alarm in your office?

Example

We've had a second phone line installed.

Example

a newly installed gas central heating system

Synonyms and related words
alarm attach automate
1.1

to put a new program or piece of software into a computer so that you can use it

Example

It's important to install a virus checker.

Synonyms and related words
access archive back up
2

to officially put someone in an important job or position

Example

She was installed as the first woman chancellor of the university.

Example

the revolt that installed Aquino in office in 1986

Synonyms and related words
employ appoint take on accept admission admit
3

to put someone somewhere

Example

On reaching the workshop, Ashley installed herself behind her table.

Example

So here I am, comfortably installed in my new office.

Synonyms and related words
put place position
Definition install in British English