Meaning of the word "installment plan" in English

What does "installment plan" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

installment plan

US /ɪnˈstɔːlmənt plæn/
UK /ɪnˈstɔːlmənt plæn/

Noun

a system of paying for goods by regular payments over a period of time

Example:
She bought the new car on an installment plan.
Many customers prefer to pay for expensive items using an installment plan.