instrumentality
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(noun) an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end |
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Synonyms: instrumentation |
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Related Words: arms, artefact, artifact, ceramic, cleaner, cleanser, cleansing agent, connecter, connection, connective, connector, connexion, container, conveyance, dart thrower, device, equipment, furnishings, hardware, implement, implements of war, ironware, means, munition, spear thrower, system, throwing board, throwing stick, toilet article, toiletries, toiletry, transport, unit, weaponry, weapons system |
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(noun) the quality of being instrumental for some purpose |
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Related Words: usefulness, utility |
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(noun) a subsidiary organ of government created for a special purpose; "are the judicial instrumentalities of local governments adequate?"; "he studied the French instrumentalities for law enforcement" |
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Related Words: social unit, unit |
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