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2. instrument
noun. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] a device that requires skill for proper use.
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
3. scientific
adjective. ['ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk'] conforming with the principles or methods used in science.
Synonyms
4. instrument
noun. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] the means whereby some act is accomplished.
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
5. instrument
noun. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] a person used by another to gain an end.
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
6. instrument
noun. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] the semantic role of the entity (usually inanimate) that the agent uses to perform an action or start a process.
Synonyms
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
7. instrument
verb. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] address a legal document to.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
8. instrument
verb. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling.
Antonyms
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
9. instrument
noun. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds.
Synonyms
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)
10. instrument
noun. ['ˈɪnstrəmənt'] (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right.
Etymology
- instrument (English)
- instrumentum (Latin)
- instruo (Latin)