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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 massive instrument, labeled across its front, is even more fun to strike than it is to look at—though I hope the exhibitors brought earplugs for those manning the neighboring booths.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Loeb also was Roosevelt’s instrument for directing their behavior and getting updates on their activities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

At the time, The New York Times memorably called her "the blunt instrument knocking down their own Berlin Wall".

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Keeping it on increases the possibility that the instrument could be restarted in the future if enough power becomes available.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

One example might be to think of as many ways as possible to play a musical instrument.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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