0 one of several parts into which a story, plan, or amount of money owed has been divided, so that each part happens or is paid at different times until the end or total is reached -- （小說分期連載的）一節；（分期付款的）一期
Each new instalment in the series (through volume 7) has equalled or improved upon the sales figures of its predecessor.
In 1949/50 fourfifths of all radio sets were bought on the instalment plan.
But the immediate effect would be to aggravate the deficit and the reaction might be to make people think it only a first instalment.
Until further notice orders will be accepted on the instalment plan, full particulars of which will be sent on application.
Despite the original plan to issue one hundred volumes, this series has been stopped for commercial reasons after the fifty-ninth instalment was released.
Planters received cash advances in several instalments before harvest time and reimbursement was not expected until the harvest was over.
The purchase was usually made in instalments over several years, regardless of whether the purchaser was a stranger or a family member.
It is to be hoped that the next instalment will not be long delayed.
