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instrument

/ɪnˈstrʊmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does instrument mean?

noun

A tool or device used for a specific purpose, such as a musical instrument or a scientific instrument. An object used to produce a particular effect or to measure something.

Example

"The musician carefully tuned her instrument before the concert."

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