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to preinstall

to preinstall

1 4.1
Put software on a device before you use it
  • verb
  • /ˌpriːɪnˈstɔːl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : preinstalar
  • If and when that comes to pass, consumers will have an alternative to Apple's Maps app, which comes preinstalled with iPhones.
  • Windows preinstalled
  • comes preinstalled
  • preinstalled software

Examples

  • In this case Ivy power preinstalled the system with the radiator fans pulling air up.

  • The DPS is currently shipped with one preinstalled battery.

    Academic text (2010)

  • When we finish building the rig, we are going to give it away with all of the games preinstalled to one of you.

  • If you buy it after October 26, it'll have Windows 8 preinstalled.

    Blog text (10)

  • GarageBand software is preinstalled on Macintosh computers and works well.

    Academic text (2013)

  • My MBP came with Lion preinstalled, and so I'm eligible to use the Lion Internet recovery.

    Blog text (23)

  • Update 4: The new configuration options are now appearing more consistently, and Apple has also added the ability to have individual iWork apps preinstalled.

    Blog text (21)

  • All LEDs come preinstalled, including a red LED that warns the user of any reverse polarity condition.

    Academic text (2005)

  • Most computers in schools have PowerPoint preinstalled, making the use of it cost-efficient and placing less financial strain on teachers and school districts.

    Academic text (2013)

  • Many laptops come with essential applications preinstalled to help users get started right away.

Synonyms

to install
vsto preinstall
480 3.2

To set up a machine or computer program so it works

is completed before the device is delivered rather than later
to preload
vsto preinstall
  • Specialized
3 5.0

To load something in advance so it is ready to use

is performed specifically before the device reaches the end user

Antonyms

to uninstall
  • Specialized
9 3.0

To remove a program from a computer or phone so you cannot use it

How Ready

to preinstall
  • Specialized
1 4.1
to preload
  • Specialized
3 5.0
to prepare
∞ 1.0

Surface Forms

preinstall infinitive
preinstalled past
preinstalled past participle
preinstalling present participle
preinstalls third person singular

Morphology

preinstall = install (transparent) = pre + install

The meaning follows the standard pattern of 'pre-' plus 'install', namely to install something beforehand.

Etymology

Preinstall comes from pre- 'before' and install 'to put software on a device'. To preinstall something is to put apps or programs on a device before the user gets it, so they are ready to use when you first turn the device on.