uninstall

American

[uhn-in-stawl] / ˌʌn ɪnˈstɔl /

Or uninstal

verb (used with object)

Digital Technology.

to remove (a software program) from a computer or computer system.

uninstall British

/ ˈʌnɪnˌstɔːl /

verb

computing to remove (a program)

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uninstaller

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Etymology

Origin of uninstall

First recorded in 1980–85; un- ² ( def. ) + install ( def. )

Example Sentences

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If it’s a more complex application, you’ll see a button that says Uninstall.

From The Verge • May 4, 2022

Under Apps & features, click on Microsoft OneDrive and then select Uninstall.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 15, 2022

You can also long-press an icon until a menu appears, select App Info and then tap Uninstall on the app’s information page.

From New York Times • Jul. 28, 2021

The steps for Android users depend on system software, but try pressing down and dragging an app to the Uninstall icon at the top of the screen.

From New York Times • Jul. 28, 2021

Tap on each app and hit Uninstall to remove it as well as any data it has created.

From Time • Jan. 13, 2015

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