Instructions Detailed Information Noun Tells Told Read ɪnˈstrʌkʃn
The word "instruction" can be a countable noun meaning a command or order, or an uncountable noun referring to teaching or instruction in a subject. It can also be a plural noun meaning guidance or directions on how to do something.
The word "instruction" can be a countable noun meaning a command or order, or an uncountable noun referring to teaching or instruction in a subject. It can also be a plural noun meaning guidance or directions on how to do something.
[N-COUNT 可数名词]指示；命令 An instruction is something that someone tells you to do.
Two lawyers were told not to leave the building but no reason for this instruction was given.
两名律师被告知不得离开大楼，但对这一命令并没有提供任何理由。
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[N-UNCOUNT 不可数名词]教学；讲授 If someone gives you instruction in a subject or skill, they teach it to you.
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Each candidate is given instruction in safety...
向每位申请人都讲授了安全知识。
All schoolchildren must now receive some religious instruction.
现在所有的在校儿童都必须接受一定的宗教教育。
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[N-PLURAL 复数名词]用法说明；操作指南Instructions are clear and detailed information on how to do something.
Always read the instructions before you start taking the medicine.
在服药之前一定要先阅读说明书。
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in·struc·tion★AWL/ɪnˈstrʌkʃn; NAmEɪnˈstrʌkʃn/
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instructioninstructionsnoun★1★instructions[plural ]detailed information on how to do or use sth 用法说明；操作指南SYN
directions
◆Follow the instructionson the packet carefully. 仔细按照包装上的说明操作。◆Always read the instructionsbefore you start. 使用前务请阅读操作说明。instructionon how to do sth ◆The plant comes with full instructionson how to care for it. 这棵植物附有详尽的护养说明。2★[countable , usually plural ]instruction(to do sth) |instruction(that…) something that sb tells you to do 指示；命令；吩咐SYN
order
◆to ignore/carry out sb's instructions忽视╱执行某人的命令◆I'm under instructionsto keep my speech short. 我接到指示讲话要简短。3[countable ]a piece of information that tells a computer to perform a particular operation. （计算机的）指令4[uncountable ]instruction(in sth) ( formal) the act of teaching sth to sb 教授；教导；传授◆religious instruction教义讲授adjective[only before noun ]giving detailed information on how to do or use sth (= giving instructions)说明用法的；操作指南的◆an instruction book/manual说明书；用法指南in·struc·tion/ɪnˈstrʌkʃn; NAmEɪnˈstrʌkʃn/
1instructions [plural] the written information that tells you how to do or use something → directions: Press ‘Enter’ and follow the on-screen instructions.instruction for Both products come with instructions for use.instructions on (how to do) something Are there any instructions on how to plant the trees?2[countable usually plural] a statement telling someone what they must do → ordersinstructions to do something He had specific instructions to check everyone’s identity cards.instructions that Mrs Edwards gaveinstructions that she was not to be disturbed.on somebody’s instructions (=having been told by someone to do something) On the landlord’s instructions, the barmaid refused to serve him.My instructions are (=I have been told) to give the package to him personally. Make sure you carry out the doctor’s instructions.be under instruction to do something (=to have been told to do something) The police were under instruction to fire if necessary.3[uncountable] formal teaching that you are given in a particular skill or subject: religious instruction driving instructioninstruction in The school gives instruction in first aid.under instruction (=being taught) This group of trainees is still under instruction.COLLOCATIONSverbsfollow the instructions (=do what the instructions tell you to do)· You should follow the instructions on the packet.read the instructions· Always read the instructions before switching on the machine.provide/supply instructions (=give someone instructions)· Detailed instructions are supplied with the software.come with instructions· The tent comes with instructions on how to put it up.the instructions say/tell you to do something· The instructions say that you should take the tablets after meals.ADJECTIVES/NOUN + instructionsclear· The instructions that I got with the phone weren’t very clear.detailed· There are detailed instructions on the back of the box.written instructions· Each member of the team was issued with written instructions.full/comprehensive instructions (=very detailed)· There are comprehensive instructions for completing and filing the new tax form.· Full instructions accompany the smoke alarm.step-by-step instructions (=giving details of each thing you should do in order)· This book gives step-by-step instructions for making curtains.the manufacturer’s instructions (=the instructions given by the company that made something)· Make up the mixture according to the manufacturer’s instructions.safety instructions· Written safety instructions should be supplied with all equipment.operating instructions· The operating instructions have been simplified so that they are easier to follow.cooking instructions· The cooking instructions can be found on the side of the packet.instruction + NOUNan instruction book/manual· The instruction manual for the camera is over 150 pages long.an instruction booklet/leaflet/sheet· The washing machine comes with an instruction leaflet.COMMON ERRORS ► Don’t say ‘instructions how to do something’ or ‘instructions to do something’. Say instructions on how to do something.
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指令(50%)，教学(25%)，说明(22%)，教诲(3%)
n.指令，命令；指示；教导；用法说明
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