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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a tool or mechanical device used for special work.
The dentist has a special instrument for cleaning teeth.
- synonyms:
- device, tool
- similar words:
- appliance, utensil
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| definition 2: |
a device for recording or measuring.
An airplane pilot uses many instruments when flying a plane.- synonyms:
- meter
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| definition 3: |
a thing used for making music. Pianos and horns are instruments.
Many children learn to play a musical instrument in school.
- similar words:
- brass, drum, keyboard, organ, piano, pipe, strings
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| related words: |
control, key, monitor |
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some actions with instruments |
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bang, play, press, strike |
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some examples of wind instruments |
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whistle |
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some examples of brass instruments |
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horn, trumpet |
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some examples of percussion instruments |
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bell, drum, organ, piano |
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some examples of stringed instruments |
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guitar |
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some examples of woodwind instruments |
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flute |
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some parts of instruments |
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button, joint, key, keyboard, neck, pedal |
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some people associated with instruments |
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musician |
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some sounds of instruments |
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note, tone |
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