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Installment (Noun)

A part of a published serial.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The next installment of the science fiction series was eagerly awaited by fans worldwide.
Each week, the magazine would release a new installment of the mystery novel, keeping readers in suspense.
The third installment of the epic fantasy trilogy was released to critical acclaim and commercial success.
One of the most iconic features of the popular magazine was its serialization of novels, with each installment ending in a cliffhanger.
Charles Dickens' novels were originally published in monthly installments, catering to the literary tastes of the Victorian era.

A payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals.

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

The phone company allows you to pay the cell phone in monthly installments instead of paying the full amount upfront.
She had to make regular installments to pay off the mortgage on her house within the next twenty-five years.
He purchased the new car with a down payment and agreed to make monthly installments for sixty months.
As they couldn't afford to pay cash, they decided to pay for the furniture in six monthly installments.
She made her third installment payment on the wedding ring and would completely own it after one more payment.

The act of installing something (as equipment); "the telephone installation took only a few minutes".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The company specializes in the installment of solar panels on residential rooftops.
The installment of the new security system required a team of experts to work overnight.
The installment of the elevator took several days due to the complexity of the machinery.
The installment of the computer hardware was completed quickly, and the system was up and running soon after.
The home theater installment included a soundproof room and state-of-the-art speakers.

A part of a broadcast serial.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The last installment of the drama left viewers eagerly awaiting the new season.
Fans speculated wildly about the next installment of their favorite soap opera.
This installment of the science fiction series revealed a major plot twist that surprised everyone.
Viewers were hooked from the first installment of the historical miniseries and continued to tune in every night.
Each installment of the children's educational program focused on a different subject, making it engaging for young learners.