instrument (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪn.strə.mənt/

Definition

A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for playing music or for scientific or medical work.

Examples

• A guitar is a musical instrument.

• Doctors use many different instruments to help patients.

• This is a delicate instrument for measuring small changes.

How to Use instrument

instrument for (prepositional phrase)

A tool or device used for a specific task. — "This tool is an instrument for cutting wood."

instrument of (prepositional phrase)

A means by which something is done or achieved. — "He was an instrument of change in the community."

Synonyms of instrument

Words with a similar meaning to instrument:

• tool
• device
• apparatus
• implement

Antonyms of instrument

Words with the opposite meaning to instrument:

• hindrance
• obstacle

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