Instruct

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˌɪnˈstɹʌkt/

Origin

From Latin īnstrūctus, perfect passive participle of īnstruō.

Full definition of instruct

Verb

1. (transitive) to teach, direct; to give instructions
   Listen carefully when someone instructs you to assemble.

Synonyms

• guide

Related terms

• instruction
• instructor

Noun

1. (obsolete) instruction

Adjective

1. (obsolete) arranged; furnished; provided
• Chapman
  He had neither ship instruct with oars, nor men.
2. (obsolete) instructed; taught; enlightened