installation

• Substantiv, das die Handlung oder den Prozess des Einbaus, der Einrichtung oder Inbetriebnahme von Geräten, Software oder Systemen bezeichnet, oder die so geschaffene Einrichtung selbst.

A noun referring to the act or process of setting up equipment, software, or a system for use, or the resulting setup itself.

1. Process of setting upB1formal

   The act of putting equipment or software into place and making it ready for use.

   Installation

   • The installation of the new air conditioner took two hours.
   • Software installation requires administrator permissions.
   • The installation of solar panels can reduce energy costs.

   Synonymeassemblyconfigurationdeploymentmountingsetup

   Antonymedismantlingremoval

2. Artwork or displayB2formalart

   A piece of art or a display designed for a specific space, often temporary.

   Installation

   • The museum featured a modern art installation made of recycled materials.
   • The light installation transformed the park at night.
   • Visitors walked through the interactive installation.

   Synonymedisplayenvironmentexhibit

3. Military base or facilityB2formal

   A military base or a place where equipment is stationed.

   Militärstützpunkt

   • The army has a large installation near the border.
   • The naval installation houses several submarines.
   • Security was tightened at the military installation.

   Synonymebasecampdepotfacilitygarrisonpoststation