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instrument

[in-struh-muhnt] / ˈɪn strə mənt /




Usage

What are other ways to say instrument? An instrument is anything used in doing a certain type of work or producing a certain result, especially such as requires delicacy, accuracy, or precision: surgical or musical instruments. A tool is a contrivance held in and worked by the hand, for assisting the work of (especially) mechanics or skilled laborers: a carpenter's tools. An implement is any tool or contrivance designed or used for a particular purpose: agricultural implements. A utensil is especially an article for domestic use: kitchen utensils. 

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The ECB has since created the Transmission Protection Instrument External link —a tool designed to protect against unwarranted spikes in borrowing costs across euro-area countries.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

“In addition to serving as a public-use airport, Fresno’s geographical location, runway capabilities, and Instrument Landing Systems make it an optimal choice for a wide range of aircraft operations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Mainly seen as a deterrent measure, the Anti-Coercion Instrument dates back to 2021, when the EU was looking for a way to deter China from an economic coercion campaign against Lithuania.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

“It feels retro without being kitschy,” said Jordan Egstad, creative director and co-designer of Instrument Serif, which was made for the design agency Instrument.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

Instrument, gender and musical style associations in young children.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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