- instructions[plural] detailed information on how to do or use something synonym direction
- Follow the instructions on the packet carefully.
- Always read the instructions before you start.
- Step-by-step instructions are provided.
- instructions on something The plant comes with full instructions on how to care for it.
- instructions for something The tin or packet should be clearly labelled with instructions for use.
- instructions for doing something The website has easy instructions for making dozens of costumes for children.
- according to the instructions According to the instructions, you can get started in one hour.
Extra Examples- a booklet containing instructions on procedures to be followed
- Did it come with any instructions about assembling it?
- It tells you in the instructions not to let the machine get too hot.
- Just follow our simple step-by-step instructions.
- Microwave ovens should be serviced according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Step-by-step instructions are included.
- There are instructions that tell you where everything goes.
- These fondant decorations are easy to master if you follow our simple step-by-step instructions.
- You should always read the instructions on medicines thoroughly.
- follow the manufacturer's instructions for use
- instructions on how to use the photocopier
- instructions supplied with a product
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- comprehensive
- full
- adequate
- …
- list
- series
- set
- …
- read
- understand
- follow
- …
- tell somebody something
- book
- booklet
- leaflet
- …
- according to the instruction
- in accordance with the instruction
- in the instruction
- …
- [countable, usually plural] something that somebody tells you to do synonym order
- Climbers should always follow the instructions of their guide.
- to ignore/carry out somebody's instructions
- instruction from somebody Police are awaiting instructions from senior officers before proceeding.
- instruction to somebody His instructions to his staff were very clear.
- instruction on something She gave him detailed instructions on the procedure to be followed.
- instruction on doing something The government has issued specific instructions on reducing waste disposal.
- instruction for something I had received the necessary instructions for the work the day before.
- instruction that… He left strict instructions that the box should only be opened after his death.
- instruction to do something I have explicit instructions not to let anyone else in.
- under instructions to do something I'm under instructions to keep my speech short.
- on somebody's instructions He phoned you on my instructions.
Extra Examples- She carried out his instructions to the letter.
- He called you on my instructions.
- Failure to obey a police officer's instructions may amount to an offence.
- She remained under cover and waited for further instructions from headquarters.
- He was disqualified for failing to comply with the referee's instructions.
- She is acting under direct instructions from the president.
- He was released on instructions from the Foreign Ministry.
- The director sat in her chair barking instructions at the cast.
- The jockey followed his trainer's instructions to the letter.
- The organizer will give instructions as to what to do.
- They were not empowered to negotiate without instructions.
- Under Charlemagne's instructions, many classical texts were recopied.
- We acted according to the instructions we received.
- an instruction to Lieutenant-General Gough from General Clark
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- clear
- explicit
- express
- …
- be under
- have
- act on
- …
- according to the instruction
- in accordance with the instruction
- on (somebody’s) instruction
- …
- carry out, follow, etc somebody’s instructions to the letter
- [countable] a piece of information that tells a computer to perform a particular operation
- The chip runs at speeds of up to 100MHz and executes two instructions per clock cycle.
Oxford Collocations Dictionary… of instructions- series
- set
- carry out
- execute
- process
- …
- set
- [uncountable] (formal) the act of teaching something to somebody
- Religious instruction is banned in all state schools in the country.
- the language/medium of instruction used in the school
- instruction in something She had no formal instruction in music.
- instruction on (doing) something basic instruction on using the internet
- under instruction driver under instruction (= being taught how to drive)
Extra Examples- Individual instruction is available, but it can be expensive.
- The medium of instruction in these classes is English.
- Trained lifeguards were on hand to offer instruction.
- She claimed that she was not capable of giving instruction in poetry.
- He takes instruction very well.
- The Cleveland Clog Dancers were on hand to offer instruction on the important steps.
- The language of instruction throughout the course is English.
- The two-day course features instruction by leading professionals and academics.
- You can often get free instruction at your local community college.
- The information is for the instruction of passengers.
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- proper
- formal
- informal
- …
- course
- get
- have
- receive
- …
- for the instruction of
- under instruction
- instruction by
- …
- a medium of instruction
- instructions[plural] directions to a lawyer who has been employed to represent somebody
- Lawyers may not accept instructions in cases where they would have a conflict of interests.
Word Originlate Middle English: via Old French from late Latin instructio(n-), from the verb instruere, from in- ‘upon, towards’ + struere ‘pile up’.
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