Instruction

/ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A direction or order that is given, especially as part of a teaching or training process.

The instructor provided clear instructions on how to complete the assignment.

Information on how to do something or how to operate something.

She followed the instructions in the manual to set up the device.

An announcement that contains a specific directive or requirement.

The teacher's instructions were to read chapters one through three before the next class.

The act of teaching or providing information.

His instruction was invaluable to the students throughout the course.

From Latin 'instructio', from 'instruere' meaning to build, prepare.

follow instructions

To adhere to the given directions.

give instructions

To provide directions or guidance to someone.

set instructions

To establish or arrange guidelines for a task.

instruct

To give someone directions or orders.

instructor

A person who teaches or provides instruction.

instructional

Relating to teaching or education.

How to do something.

You got any instructions on how to fix this car?

The lowdown on a situation.

Just give me the instructions about the party later.