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Definition of uninstall

uninstall

/ˌʌn.ɪnˈstɔːl/
un · in · stall
Plural:uninstalls
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Adjective:uninstalled
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Past Simple:uninstalled
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Past Participle:uninstalled
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Present Participle:uninstalling
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uninstall Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To remove an application, software program, or hardware component from a computer system or electronic device.

Example

"You may need to uninstall the older version of the software before downloading the new release."

2

To detach and remove a physical fixture, appliance, or piece of equipment from the place where it was mounted or fitted.

Example

"The technician arrived early to uninstall the outdated air conditioning unit from the office wall."

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• noun

1

An act or instance of removing an application, software program, or hardware component from a computer or mobile device.

Example

"The analytics dashboard showed a sudden spike in app uninstalls after the latest software update."

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• Rhymes for uninstall

• Nearby Words

uninspired
uninspiring
uninspiringly
uninstall
uninstaller
uninstructed
uninsulated

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uninstall. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uninstall
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