instruction
[noun]
Synonyms:
- teaching, coaching, education, grounding, guidance, lesson(s), schooling, training, tuition
- order, command, demand, directive, injunction, mandate, ruling

[TahlilGaran] English Synonym Dictionary ▲

in‧struc‧tion S3 W2 AC /ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/ noun
[Word Family: noun: instruction, instructor; adjective: instructive, instructional; verb: instruct; adverb: instructively]

1. instructions [plural] the written information that tells you how to do or use something ⇒ directions:
Press ‘Enter’ and follow the on-screen instructions.
instructions for
Both products come with instructions for use.
instructions on (how to do) something
Are there any instructions on how to plant the trees?

2. [countable usually plural] a statement telling someone what they must do ⇒ orders
instructions to do something
He had specific instructions to check everyone’s identity cards.
instructions that
Mrs Edwards gave instructions that she was not to be disturbed.
on sb’s instructions (=having been told by someone to do something)
On the landlord’s instructions, the barmaid refused to serve him.
My instructions are (=I have been told) to give the package to him personally.
Make sure you carry out the doctor’s instructions.
be under instruction to do something (=to have been told to do something)
The police were under instruction to fire if necessary.

3. [uncountable] formal teaching that you are given in a particular skill or subject:
religious instruction
driving instruction
instruction in
The school gives instruction in first aid.
under instruction (=being taught)
This group of trainees is still under instruction.

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲

instruction
noun
I. instructions information on how to do sth
ADJ. comprehensive, full | adequate | clear, explicit | detailed, precise, specific, step-by-step | complex | simple | general | special | careful | printed, verbal, written | pack, packet | technical | safety | operating, cooking, washing | manufacturer's
QUANT. list, series, set
VERB + INSTRUCTION read You should always read the instructions on medicines thoroughly.
understand | follow These fondant decorations are easy to master if you follow our simple step-by-step instructions.
give (sb), leave (sb), supply He gave her detailed instructions on the procedure to be followed. instructions supplied with a product
repeat | come with Did it come with any instructions about assembling it?
INSTRUCTION + VERB tell sb sth instructions that tell you where everything goes
INSTRUCTION + NOUN book/booklet, leaflet, manual I had to refer to the instruction booklet.
PREP. according to the ~ Microwave ovens should be serviced according to the manufacturer's instructions.
in accordance with the ~, in the ~ It tells you in the instructions not to let the machine get too hot.
~ about, ~ as to The organizer will give instructions as to what to do.
~ on instructions on how to use the photocopier
PHRASES follow (sb's) instructions to the letter The jockey followed his trainer's instructions to the letter (= followed them in every detail).

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲

instruction
II. instructions: sth that sb tells/permits you to do
ADJ. clear, explicit, express, specific | firm, strict I have strict instructions not to let anyone else in.
direct | special | fresh, new | further | final | written
VERB + INSTRUCTION be under, have | act on/under She is acting under direct instructions from the president.
carry out, comply with, follow, obey Failure to obey a policeman's instructions may amount to an offence.
disobey | ignore | await, wait (for) He remained under cover and waited further instructions from headquarters.
accept Solicitors may not accept instructions in cases where they would have a conflict of interests.
receive | give (sb), issue, leave (sb), send (sb) The government has issued specific instructions on reducing waste disposal.
bark (out), shout, yell The director sat in his chair barking instructions at the cast.
repeat
PREP. according to the ~ We acted according to the instructions we received.
in accordance with the ~, on (sb's) ~ She was released on instruction from the Foreign Ministry.
under (sb/sth's) ~ Under Charlemagne's instructions, many classical texts were recopied.
with/without ~ They were not empowered to negotiate without instructions.
~ from, ~ to an instruction to Lieutenant-General Gough from General Clark
PHRASES carry out/follow/obey (sb's) instructions to the letter (= follow them in every detail)

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲

instruction
III. in a computer
QUANT. series, set
VERB + INSTRUCTION carry out, execute The chip runs at speeds of up to 100MHz and executes two instructions per clock cycle.

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instruction
IV. teaching
ADJ. proper | formal, informal | advanced, basic | further | individual, individualized | practical, professional, technical | moral, religious | flying
QUANT. course
VERB + INSTRUCTION get, have, receive She had no formal instruction in music.
need | offer (sb) The Cleveland Clog Dancers were on hand to offer instruction on the important steps.
give (sb), provide (sb with)
PREP. for the ~ of The information is for the instruction of passengers.
under ~ drivers under instruction
~ by The two-day course features instruction by leading professionals and academics.
~ in He claimed that he was not capable of giving instruction in poetry.
~ on basic instruction on using the Internet
PHRASES a medium of instruction The medium of instruction throughout the course is English.

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲

instruction

follow the instructions (=do what the instructions tell you to do)
You should follow the instructions on the packet.
read the instructions
Always read the instructions before switching on the machine.
provide/supply instructions (=give someone instructions)
Detailed instructions are supplied with the software.
come with instructions
The tent comes with instructions on how to put it up.
the instructions say/tell you to do something
The instructions say that you should take the tablets after meals.
clear
The instructions that I got with the phone weren't very clear.
detailed
There are detailed instructions on the back of the box.
written instructions
Each member of the team was issued with written instructions.
full/comprehensive instructions (=very detailed)
There are comprehensive instructions for completing and filing the new tax form.
Full instructions accompany the smoke alarm.
step-by-step instructions (=giving details of each thing you should do in order)
This book gives step-by-step instructions for making curtains.
the manufacturer’s instructions (=the instructions given by the company that made something)
Make up the mixture according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
safety instructions
Written safety instructions should be supplied with all equipment.
operating instructions
The operating instructions have been simplified so that they are easier to follow.
cooking instructions
The cooking instructions can be found on the side of the packet.
an instruction book/manual
The instruction manual for the camera is over 150 pages long.
an instruction booklet/leaflet/sheet
The washing machine comes with an instruction leaflet.

[TahlilGaran] Collocations Dictionary ▲

instruction
noun
BAD: The machine is supplied with instructions how to use it.
GOOD: The machine is supplied with instructions on how to use it.
BAD: I'm here to give you some instructions to cook Bin Dae Tuck.
GOOD: I'm here to give you some instructions on how to cook Bin Dae Tuck.

Usage Note:
instructions on how to do sth : 'The crew has a full set of instructions on how to launch the satellite.'

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