installation

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of installing something (as equipment)
  2. noun a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry
  3. noun a formal entry into an organization or position or office

Etymology

From Middle French installation, from Medieval Latin installātiō. By surface analysis, install + -ation. Compare with Piedmontese istallassion.

In classic literature

Synonyms

installing, installment, instalment

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