Translation
instruction, direction; judicial investigation
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Word origin
From Latin instructio, from instruere ('to build up, to equip, to teach'), itself from struere ('to pile up'). English 'instruction' and 'structure' come from that verb.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- instruere
- English cognates
- instruction, structure
Grammar
Examples
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Follow the doctor's instructions carefully.
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The judge opened an investigation against him.
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The instructions are written on the back of the box.
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He is waiting for a clear instruction from his boss.
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Without instructions, you cannot get the machine going.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 25, lesson 11: instruction, micro, fièvre and 7 more words.