Instruct Definition

instruct
verb
  1. impart skills or knowledge to; "I taught them French"; "He instructed me in building a boat"
  2. give instructions or directions for some task; "She instructed the students to work on their pronunciation"
  3. make aware of; "Have the students been apprised of the tuition hike?"

"Instruct" in song lyrics

See how instruct is used in real songs:

  • "Chi Kung, duck low harm, erupt while the pugilist instruct"
    Tha Beggas — Kraftwerks

Usage tips for "instruct"

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