instruction

Plural: instructions

Noun

• a message describing how something is to be done
• the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
  • "our instruction was carefully programmed"
• the profession of a teacher
• (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program
• The act of instructing, teaching, or providing with information or knowledge.
• An instance of the information or knowledge so furnished.
• An order or command.
• A set of directions provided by a manufacturer for the users of a product or service.
• The directions given by a client to their lawyer in relation to a particular legal matter, which govern the purpose and scope of their work.
• A single operation of a processor defined by an instruction set architecture.

Examples

• I cannot act until I have taken instructions from my client.
• Instruction will be provided on how to handle difficult customers.
• Students receive instruction in the arts and sciences.

Synonyms

command, didactics, direction, education, educational activity, pedagogy, program line, statement, teaching, advice, counsel, indoctrination, information, instruction