How to pronounce install

Say it like this: /ɪnˈstoːl/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British/ɪnˈstɔːl/

What does install mean?

verbTo connect, set up or prepare something for use

To transfer software onto a device's permanent storage and put it in a state where it is ready to be run when needed, usually decompressing it if necessary and performing any necessary pre-first-run c

“I haven't installed the new operating system yet because of all the bugs.”

To admit formally into an office, rank or position.

“He was installed as Chancellor of the University.”

nounAn installation: the process of installing a software application.

“The install takes a long time, but you can run it in the background while working on other things.”

An installation: a software application that has been installed.

“I've customized my local install; the out-of-the-box version looks a bit different.”

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