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A flute is a musical instrument.
What does Instrument mean?
A special tool used for a job.
Dictionary definition
A tool or device used to do a specific task, especially in science, music, or measurement.
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Instrument in a sentence
medium
The scientist used an instrument to measure temperature.
hard
The right instrument can make a difficult task easier.
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What does instrument mean?
Instrument means a special tool used for a job.
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Which word is closest in meaning to instrument?
tool is close in meaning to instrument in many contexts.
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Instrument
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in · struh · ment · strongest beat: in
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WordInstrument.
Partnoun.
MeaningInstrument means A special tool used for a job.
ExampleExample: A flute is a musical instrument.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- in · struh · ment
- Strongest beat
- in
- Ending
- ment
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on in.
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Instrument word family
Base word
instrument
noun
instrument
A tool or device used for a task, especially in music, science, or measurement.
noun
instruments
More than one tool or musical device.
adjective
instrumental
Helpful or important in making something happen.
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Hint for students
A special tool used for a job.
Common mix-up
Instrument is not the same as obstacle. Instrument means a special tool used for a job.
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