In*struc"tion (?), n. [L. instructio: cf. F. instruction.]

1.

The act of instructing, teaching, or furnishing with knowledge; information.

2.

That which instructs, or with which one is instructed; the intelligence or information imparted; as: (a) Precept; information; teachings. (b) Direction; order; command.

"If my instructions may be your guide."

Shak.

Syn. -- Education; teaching; indoctrination; information; advice; counsel. See Education.

 

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