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noun, music any of various contrivances or mechanisms that can be played to produce musical tones or sounds

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1) noun, a mechanical implement or tool, esp one used for precision work
2) noun, music any of various contrivances or mechanisms that can be played to produce musical tones or sounds
3) noun, an important factor or agency in something
4) noun, a person used by another to gain an end; dupe; tool
5) noun, a measuring device, such as a pressure gauge or ammeter
6) noun, a) a device or system for use in navigation or control, esp of aircraft b) (as modifier)
7) noun, a formal legal document
8) verb, another word for orchestrate
9) verb, to equip with instruments

C13: from Latin instrūmentum tool, equipment, from instruere to erect, furnish; see instruct