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instrument

/ˈɪnstrəmənt/

instrumentnoun

instruments

/ˈɪnstrəmənt/

Translations

acteLangage juridique.

The lawyer prepared the instrument to finalize the property transfer.

L'avocat a préparé l'acte pour finaliser le transfert de propriété.

moyenSens abstrait ; souvent au figuré.

The policy served as an instrument of change within the organization.

Cette politique a servi de moyen de changement au sein de l'organisation.

instrumentObjet technique ou outil spécialisé.

The laboratory is equipped with various instruments for measuring temperature and pressure.

Le laboratoire est équipé de divers instruments pour mesurer la température et la pression.

instrumentAppareil de musique.

She learned to play several instruments, including the piano and the violin.

Elle a appris à jouer de plusieurs instruments, dont le piano et le violon.

Additional translations

instrument de bordSurtout en aviation ou dans le contexte des tableaux de bord.

Definitions

A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for scientific or technical work.

The laboratory is equipped with various instruments for measuring temperature and pressure.

A musical device used to produce sound.

She learned to play several instruments, including the piano and the violin.

A means by which something is achieved, performed, or furthered.

The policy served as an instrument of change within the organization.

A formal legal document, such as a contract, deed, or will.

The lawyer prepared the instrument to finalize the property transfer.

A gauge, dial, or display that indicates information, especially on a vehicle or aircraft dashboard.

The pilot checked the flight instruments before take-off.

Synonyms

instrumentverb

instrumented

Past Simple

instrumented

Past Participle

instrumenting

Gerund

/ˈɪn.strə.mənt/

Translations

instrumenterVerbe technique ; équiper d'instruments ou de capteurs.

The research team instrumented the bridge to monitor structural stress.

L'équipe de recherche a instrumenté le pont pour surveiller les contraintes structurelles.

Additional translations

orchestrerSens musical ; arranger pour un ensemble instrumental.

Definitions

To equip (a device, vehicle, place, etc.) with instruments or sensors.

The research team instrumented the bridge to monitor structural stress.

To arrange or score (a piece of music) for performance by specific instruments.

She expertly instrumented the melody for a full orchestra.

Synonyms

draw up

instrumentadjective

Used attributively to qualify another noun (e.g., “instrument flight rules”).

Translations

instrumentalRelatif aux instruments ; emploi technique ou musical.

Instrument training is essential for pilots who fly in poor visibility.

La formation instrumentale est essentielle pour les pilotes qui volent par faible visibilité.

Definitions

Relating to, using, or involving instruments.

Instrument training is essential for pilots who fly in poor visibility.

Synonyms