instruction

/in'strʌkʃn/
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instruction

The computer program executes one instruction at a time.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A statement or description that tells how something should be done, operated, or assembled: "Instruction" refers to detailed information or a command that provides guidance for an action or process.
    • The action or process of teaching; education: "Instruction" can also mean the profession or activity of providing knowledge or skill to someone.
    • (Computing) A single operation or command in a computer program: In computer science, an "instruction" is a basic command that a computer's processor can execute.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • Please read the assembly instruction carefully before building the furniture.
    • She received formal instruction in classical piano for ten years.
    • The CPU fetches and executes each machine instruction in sequence.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be under instruction": to be in the process of being taught or trained by someone.
    • The new recruits are under the instruction of a seasoned sergeant.
  • "To follow instructions": to do exactly as one is directed.
    • The success of the experiment depends on your ability to follow instructions precisely.
Variants and Related Words
  • Instruct (verb): to teach or direct someone; to give an order or command.
    • The manual instructs users to unplug the device first.
  • Instructive (adjective): providing useful information or knowledge.
    • The documentary was highly instructive about marine life.
  • Instructor (noun): a person who teaches something; a teacher.
    • The ski instructor was very patient with the beginners.
Synonyms
  • Direction: information or orders about what to do.
  • Guidance: advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty.
  • Tutelage: teaching or instruction, especially when given individually.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)

(Note: "Instruction" is a noun and does not form phrasal verbs. Related action is expressed by the verb "instruct.") - Instruct someone in something: to teach someone a particular subject or skill. - He instructed them in the basics of first aid.

Related Idioms
  • "The devil is in the details": This idiom implies that small details in instructions or plans are often the source of problems.
    • The contract seems simple, but the devil is in the details, so read every instruction.
instruction

The computer program executes one instruction at a time.

Noun
  1. (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program
  2. the profession of a teacher
    • he prepared for teaching while still in college
    • pedagogy is recognized as an important profession
  3. the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
    • he received no formal education
    • our instruction was carefully programmed
    • good classroom teaching is seldom rewarded
  4. a message describing how something is to be done
    • he gave directions faster than she could follow them

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