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The definition of an installation is the act of putting something in, a device that stays in one place, a military base, or an art piece that often involves building and different types of materials.

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Getting your new air conditioner put in is an example of an installation.
The control panel that you use to manage your home's temperature is an example of an installation.
An example of an installation is the Cheyenne Mountain Complex, built into the side of a Colorado mountain.
An artist building large shapes out of sticks in public spaces is an example of an art installation.

See installation in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

an installing or being installed
a complete mechanical apparatus fixed in position for use: a heating installation
any military post, camp, base, etc.
a work of art requiring construction or elaborate setting up at its exhibition site: an installation typically makes use of a variety of media and often includes nontraditional media, as projected images or taped sounds

Origin: ML(Ec) installatio

See installation in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. The act of installing.
b. The state of being installed. Also called installment².
A system of machinery or other apparatus set up for use.
A permanent military base.

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