installation

noun

ˌin(t)-stə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce installation (audio)
Definition of installationnext
1
as in inauguration
the process or an instance of being formally placed in an office or organization the installation of a new president takes place once every four years

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2
as in facility
a structure that is designed and built for a particular purpose a massive installation that supplies the electrical power needs for the entire state

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Recent Examples of installation The hotel will include an amenity deck, rooftop bar and a 6-acre outdoor plaza with amphitheater, art installations and a waterfront view. — Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025 With completion of the water main installation expected in April, the focus will then shift in May to a $4.4 million streetscape enhancement project, set to go through October. — Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2025 But Williams also takes an artist’s license to concoct the fantastical answers that are reflected in the paintings, sculptures and installations in this show. — Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2025 Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, military installations, airports, universities, tourist attractions, schools, hospitals, places of worship, and government facilities. — William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for installation
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  1. inauguration
  2. facility
  3. inaugural
  4. initiation
Noun
  • The crowd wasn't a papal audience or political protest, but rather an inauguration of sorts for a new national icon.
    — Olivia Hicks, NPR, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Since his inauguration, Trump has sought to reform the department, demoting attorneys, for instance, who prosecuted him and assisting people charged with Jan. 6 related offenses.
    — Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of inauguration
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  • Khalil is currently being detained at an ICE facility in Louisiana.
    — Chelsea Bailey, CNN, 13 Mar. 2025
  • But the prospect of higher prices, fewer sales and lower profits might cause some companies to refrain from investing in new facilities.
    — arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of facility
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  • Similar to previous inaugurals, Nielsen’s audience numbers do not include streaming which continues to grow as a video source.
    — Brad Adgate, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Not So Glamorous Speaking of which, inaugurals are theoretically supposed to be glamorous.
    — Elisabeth Bumiller, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
Definition of inaugural
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  • The semiconductor stock jumped 7.8% on the heels of Raymond James’ initiation at an outperform rating.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The organizations are not allowed to recruit, induct new members or conduct initiation processes and meetings.
    — Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of initiation

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