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

There was no safe system of work to move them out of the way when the lorries reversed into the loading bay and staff had not been provided with training or instructions on how to move the curtains.

From BBC

Several Chinese media outlets have told BBC Chinese that in the initial hours after the incident, they had received clear instructions not to report on it.

From BBC

The organization intended to use a chunk of the proceeds to develop affordable housing, noting the plan in the escrow instructions of the $81-million sale.

From Los Angeles Times

These instructions, apparently so he could “guide” her through making her accounts safe, actually led Mrs Campbell to share her screen with the man, which is a function WhatsApp introduced for its calls last year.

From BBC

The BBC has seen online instructions on Mattel's website, for both the Glinda and Elphaba dolls, listing the erroneous website underneath the Universal Pictures logo - the film studio behind the movie.

From BBC

Related Words

• method
• prescription
• program
• technique