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Instruction Definition, Examples, and Usage Guide (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：directive (instruction)
instruction
/ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
n.
A direction from someone who knows more to tell you what to do.
directive
➕
/dɪˈrektɪv/
n.
A statement or piece of advice that tells someone what to do, often given by a person in authority.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
in- (into) + struct (build) + -ion (act/process) → the act of building knowledge or giving direction.
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine 'in-struct-ion' as building a structure of knowledge inside your mind.
📖 Example
The cooking teacher gave clear instruction on how to chop the vegetables safely.
The cooking teacher gave clear instruction on how to chop the vegetables safely.
🔗 Collocations
follow instructions – Obey or adhere to given directions.
give instructions – Provide directions or commands to someone.
instructions for use – Directions that explain how to operate something.
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
neglect (n.) – Failure to pay attention to or follow instructions.
🌱 Derivatives
instruct (v.) – To give someone information or tell them how to do something.
instructor (n.) – A person who teaches or gives instructions.
instructive (adj.) – Providing useful information or knowledge.
📖 Cultural Story
From Latin 'instructio', from 'instruere' meaning 'to build, arrange, teach'. The word evolved to its modern sense of giving detailed guidance or teaching.
Meaning 2：guidebook (instruction)
instruction
/ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
n.
Detailed steps that explain how to use or build something, like a manual or guide.
guidebook
➕
/ˈɡaɪdˌbʊk/
n.
A set of written steps or guidelines that explain how to assemble, use, or operate something.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The new bookshelf was easy to put together because the instruction booklet had lots of pictures.
The new bookshelf was easy to put together because the instruction booklet had lots of pictures.
🔗 Collocations
instruction booklet – A small book containing detailed directions.
read the instructions – To look at the directions before using something.
follow the instructions carefully – To adhere precisely to the given steps.
🔄 Synonyms
manual (n.) – A book or booklet that gives instructions on how to use or repair something.
guide (n.) – A book or document that provides information or directions.
directions (n.) – Instructions on how to get to a place or how to do something.
🚫 Antonyms
confusion (n.) – A state of being unclear or not knowing what to do, opposite of clear instructions.
🌱 Derivatives
instruct (v.) – To teach or provide information.
instructional (adj.) – Relating to the act of giving instructions.
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