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Meaning of the word instruction in English

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instruction

US /ɪnˈstrʌk.ʃən/
UK /ɪnˈstrʌk.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a direction or order

Example:
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Follow the instructions carefully.
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He gave clear instructions on how to assemble the furniture.
Synonym:
direction order command guidance rule
2.

the act of teaching or educating someone

Example:
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She received excellent instruction in piano.
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The school provides instruction in various subjects.
Synonym:
education teaching training coaching tutoring
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instructions instructional instructive instructed instruct the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction