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   In·stru·men·tal

   /ˌinstrəˈmen(t)l/

   

   adjective

   • 1. serving as a means of pursuing an aim or policy: "the Society was instrumental in bringing about legislation"
   • ▪ relating to something's function as a means to an end: "a very instrumental view of education and how it relates to their needs"
   • 2. (of music) performed on instruments, with no vocals: "a largely instrumental piece"
   • ▪ relating to musical instruments: "brilliance of instrumental color"
   • 3. relating to an implement or measuring device: "instrumental error"
   • 4. denoting or relating to a case of nouns and pronouns (and words in grammatical agreement with them) indicating a means or instrument.

   noun

   • 1. a piece of (usually nonclassical) music performed by instruments, with no vocals: "the opening tune is an instrumental"
   • 2. the instrumental case.
   • ▪ a noun in the instrumental case.

   Derivatives

   • 1. instrumentally adverb

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   Definitions of instrumental. adjective. serving or acting as a means or aid. “ instrumental in solving the crime” synonyms: implemental, subservient. helpful. providing assistance or serving a useful function. adjective. relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments. “ instrumental compositions” “an instrumental ensemble”

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   What does the word instrumental mean? There are 19 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word instrumental, four of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. instrumental has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.

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   INSTRUMENTAL definition: 1. to be one of the main people or things that make something happen: 2. involving only musical…. Learn more.

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   Definition of instrumental adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   May 26, 2024 · 1. adjective. Someone or something that is instrumental in a process or event helps to make it happen. In his first years as chairman he was instrumental in raising the company's wider profile. Synonyms: active, involved, influential, useful More Synonyms of instrumental.

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   Dictionary definition of instrumental. Referring to the critical role that something or someone plays in achieving a specific outcome or result. "His leadership was instrumental in turning the company around." Detailed meaning of instrumental.

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   1. implemental, effectual, effective. Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers:: instrumental /ˌɪnstrəˈmɛntəl/ adj. serving as a means or influence; helpful. of, relating to, or characterized by an instrument or instruments. played by or composed for musical instruments.