instructions

/ ɪnˈstrʌkʃənz /

plural noun

1. directions, orders, or recommended rules for guidance, use, etc

2. law the facts and details relating to a case given by a client to his solicitor or by a solicitor to a barrister with directions to conduct the case

   to take instructions

Example Sentences

They included failing to provide decontamination facilities and protective gear for workers, not following label instructions for pesticide use and failing to post emergency medical information in fields.

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“Instruments are taking instructions the same way the dancers are,” he explains.

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"Pending the final judgment, given the provisional nature of this decision and in accordance with the instructions of its client, Christie's is suspending the sale of La Pascaline," it told AFP.

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I was handed very explicit instructions to follow before Autumn arrived: pack my suitcase for the flight and an overnight bag for the sleepover.

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There are some detailed instructions about what to bring, the proper care of toe shoes, and so on.

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Related Words

• course 
• policy 
• procedure 
• project