instrument

1. n. That by means of which any work is performed, or result is effected; a tool; a utensil; an implement; as, the instruments of a mechanic; astronomical instruments. Source: opted

2. n. A contrivance or implement, by which musical sounds are produced; as, a musical instrument. Source: opted

3. n. A writing, as the means of giving formal expression to some act; a writing expressive of some act, contract, process, as a deed, contract, writ, etc. Source: opted

4. n. One who, or that which, is made a means, or is caused to serve a purpose; a medium, means, or agent. Source: opted

5. v. t. To perform upon an instrument; to prepare for an instrument; as, a sonata instrumented for orchestra. Source: opted

6. n. a device that requires skill for proper use Source: wordnet

7. n. the means whereby some act is accomplished Source: wordnet

8. n. a person used by another to gain an end Source: wordnet

9. n. (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right Source: wordnet

10. n. the semantic role of the entity (usually inanimate) that the agent uses to perform an action or start a process Source: wordnet

11. n. any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds Source: wordnet

12. v. equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling Source: wordnet

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