instrument

Definition

A device used to produce music.

Etymology

From Middle English instrument, from Old French instrument, from Latin īnstrūmentum (“an implement, tool”), From īnstruō (“build, construct; arrange”) + -mentum.

Example Sentences

• "The violinist was a master of her instrument."
• "The Harpe. […] A harper with his wreſt maye tune the harpe wrong / Mys tunying of an Inſtrument ſhal hurt a true ſonge"
• "But those who attack violists shouldn't throw resin. Once the ergonomic viola catches on what instrument will be immune?"

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