instrumentation

English

noun
Definitions
  • The act of using or adapting as an instrument; a series or combination of instruments
  • The arrangement of a musical composition for performance by a number of different instruments; orchestration; instrumental composition; composition for an orchestra or military band.
  • The act or manner of playing upon musical instruments; performance
  • On a vehicle, dashboard gauges monitoring engine functions and performance, along with other essential functions.

Etymology

Suffix from English instrument.

Origin

English

instrument

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