Instrument

Portuguese Meaning

instrumento

aparelho

utensílio

agente

instrumentar

English Meaning

  1. A means by which something is done; an agency.
  2. One used by another to accomplish a purpose; a dupe.
  3. An implement used to facilitate work. See Synonyms at tool.
  4. A device for recording, measuring, or controlling, especially such a device functioning as part of a control system.
  5. Music A device for playing or producing music: a keyboard instrument.
  6. A legal document, such as a deed, will, mortgage, or insurance policy.
  7. To provide or equip with instruments.
  8. Music To compose or arrange for performance.
  9. To address a legal document to.