instruction (ɪnˈstrʌkʃən
)
Definitions
noun
- a direction; order
- the process or act of imparting knowledge; teaching; education
- computing a part of a program consisting of a coded command to the computer to perform a specified function
Alternative Forms
inˈstructional adjectiveSynonyms
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order,
ruling,
command,
rule,
demand,
direction,
regulation,
dictate,
decree,
mandate,
directive,
injunction,
behest,
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teaching,
schooling,
training,
classes,
grounding,
education,
coaching,
lesson(s)
discipline,
preparation,
drilling,
guidance,
tutoring,
tuition,
enlightenment,
apprenticeship,
tutorials,
tutelage,
Usage examples
The First Assistant shouted for quiet, the instruction being repeated several times in Russian by his local counterpart.
, A Song at Twilight (1989)The Jan. 10 lawsuit names a math teacher, three school administrators and the state's superintendent of public instruction.
canada.com (2005)Equipment hire, ski pass and two hours ' instruction are extra.
Glasgow Herald (2001)Agricola's works became known throughout Europe, where Latin was still the language of instruction.
, THE EARTH: An Intimate History (2004)