instrument

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈɪnstɹəmənt/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A device used to produce music.

Example Sentences
  • The violinist was a master of her instrument.
2 Definition

A means or agency for achieving an effect.

3 Definition

A measuring or displaying device.

Example Sentences
  • The instrument detected an increase in radioactivity.
4 Definition

A tool, implement used for manipulation or measurement.

Example Sentences
  • The dentist set down his tray of instruments.
5 Definition

A legal document, such as a contract, deed, trust, mortgage, power, indenture, or will.

Example Sentences
  • A bond indenture is the instrument that gives a bond its value.
6 Definition

A person used as a mere tool for achieving a goal.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To apply measuring devices.

2 Definition

To devise, conceive, cook up, plan.

3 Definition

To perform upon an instrument; to prepare for an instrument.

Example Sentences
  • a sonata instrumented for orchestra