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installation
(,/I/nst/@/'l/eI//S//@/n )

noun (n)

  • the act of installing something (as equipment)(noun.act)
    Example:
    The telephone installation took only a few minutes.
    source: wordnet30
  • a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    facility
    source: wordnet30
  • a formal entry into an organization or position or office(noun.event)
    Example:
    He gave a speech as part of his installation into the hall of fame.
    source: wordnet30
  • The act of installing or giving possession of an office, rank, or order, with the usual rites or ceremonies; as, the installation of an ordained minister in a parish.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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