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instrument

in·stru·ment

instrument

 
 
pronunciation:
In str mnt
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a tool or mechanical device used for special work.
The dentist has a special instrument for cleaning teeth.
 
synonyms:
device, implement, tool
similar words:
apparatus, appliance, gadget, utensil
definition 2: any of various devices for making music, such as a trumpet or piano.
The violin, viola, and cello are some of the string instruments used in a symphony orchestra.
 
similar words:
brass, drum, keyboard, organ, percussion, piano, pipe, reed, strings, woodwind
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some accessories of instruments
some actions on instruments
some actions with instruments
some categories of instruments
some examples of wind instruments
some examples of brass instruments
some examples of percussion instruments
some examples of stringed instruments
some examples of woodwind instruments
some kinds of instruments
some parts of instruments
some people associated with instruments
some sounds of instruments