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	 (adjective) relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments; "instrumental compositions"; "an instrumental ensemble"   | 
	
	
	
	
	
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	 Antonyms: vocal | 
	
	
	
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	 (noun) the case indicating the instrument used in performing the action of the verb   | 
	
	
	
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	 Synonyms: instrumental case | 
	
        
	
	
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	 Related Words: oblique, oblique case | 
	
        
	
	
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         | 3. | 
	 (satellite adjective) serving or acting as a means or aid; "instrumental in solving the crime"   | 
	
	
	
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	 Synonyms: implemental | 
	
        
	
	
	
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