Main Entry: in·struct

Pronunciation: \in-ˈstrəkt\

Function: transitive verb

Etymology: Middle English, from Latin instructus, past participle of instruere, from in- + struere to build — more at structure

Date: 15th century

1 : to give knowledge to : teach, train
2 : to provide with authoritative information or advice <the judge instructed the jury>
3 : to give an order or command to : direct

synonyms see teach, command