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Meaning of the word instructions in English

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instructions

US /ɪnˈstrʌk·ʃənz/

Noun

1.

a direction or order.

Example:
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he issued instructions to the sheriff
Synonym:
order command directive direction decree edict injunction mandate dictate commandment diktat demand bidding requirement stipulation charge ruling pronouncement summons writ subpoena warrant say-so behest rescript
2.

detailed information telling how something should be done, operated, or assembled.

Example:
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always study the instructions supplied
Synonym:
directions key guide recipe specification handbook manual booklet ABC companion vade mecum bible enchiridion
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