instrumentation
noun
in·stru·men·ta·tion
ˌin(t)-strə-mən-ˈtā-shən 
-ˌmen-
1
: the arrangement or composition of music for instruments especially for a band or orchestra
2
: the use or application of instruments (as for observation, measurement, or control)
3
: instruments for a particular purpose
also
: a selection or arrangement of instruments
Examples of instrumentation in a Sentence
There was a problem with the airplane's instrumentation.
Recent Examples on the Web
The tracks share a similar sparseness and uniformity in instrumentation–piano, violin, guitar, and occasional percussion–but rather than meld together, each song stands strong, poignant and singular.
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Leah Lu, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2024
He was charged with one count of rape by instrumentation and two counts of selling or furnishing alcohol to a minor, jail records show.
—Kate Linderman, Kansas City Star, 7 Mar. 2024
He is widely known for pioneering and popularizing the outlaw movement, a subgenre that blends country instrumentation with rock rhythms.
—The Arizona Republic, 15 Feb. 2024
Since 2010, founding rhythm section Chester Hansen and Alexander Sowinski have risen to fame covering trap hits by Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Flame with live instrumentation, and backed Ghostface Killah on the acclaimed 2015 album Sour Soul.
—Spin Contributor, SPIN, 18 Mar. 2024
On orchestral tracks like the opening scene from John Adams’ The Gospel According to the Other Mary, the headphones boost the lower-register instrumentation a bit too much, though this presentation does lend some body and excitement to the otherwise bright delivery.
—PCMAG, 17 Mar. 2024
In working with Cobb — one of Nashville’s most accomplished and in-demand producers — Malik will explore new sonic territory and lean into pairing his unmistakable vocals with live instrumentation.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2024
This transformation extends from enterprise networks to everyday devices and sensors, such as smart watches, smart appliances and innovative instrumentation on just about any technology imaginable.
—Dave Link, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
Premiere clarinet-violin-piano ensemble, the Zodiac Trio, is known for its performances featuring unconventional instrumentation, hidden gems, eclectic arrangements, and the occasional duo/solo.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2024
Leah Lu, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2024
He was charged with one count of rape by instrumentation and two counts of selling or furnishing alcohol to a minor, jail records show.
—Kate Linderman, Kansas City Star, 7 Mar. 2024
He is widely known for pioneering and popularizing the outlaw movement, a subgenre that blends country instrumentation with rock rhythms.
—The Arizona Republic, 15 Feb. 2024
Since 2010, founding rhythm section Chester Hansen and Alexander Sowinski have risen to fame covering trap hits by Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Flame with live instrumentation, and backed Ghostface Killah on the acclaimed 2015 album Sour Soul.
—Spin Contributor, SPIN, 18 Mar. 2024
On orchestral tracks like the opening scene from John Adams’ The Gospel According to the Other Mary, the headphones boost the lower-register instrumentation a bit too much, though this presentation does lend some body and excitement to the otherwise bright delivery.
—PCMAG, 17 Mar. 2024
In working with Cobb — one of Nashville’s most accomplished and in-demand producers — Malik will explore new sonic territory and lean into pairing his unmistakable vocals with live instrumentation.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2024
This transformation extends from enterprise networks to everyday devices and sensors, such as smart watches, smart appliances and innovative instrumentation on just about any technology imaginable.
—Dave Link, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024
Premiere clarinet-violin-piano ensemble, the Zodiac Trio, is known for its performances featuring unconventional instrumentation, hidden gems, eclectic arrangements, and the occasional duo/solo.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2024
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“Instrumentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/instrumentation. Accessed 17 Apr. 2024.
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instrumentation
noun
in·stru·men·ta·tion
ˌin(t)-strə-mən-ˈtā-shən
-ˌmen-
1
: the arrangement or composition of music for instruments
2
: instruments for a particular purpose
the instrumentation of an aircraft
Medical Definition
instrumentation
noun
in·stru·men·ta·tion
ˌin(t)-strə-mən-ˈtā-shən, -ˌmen-
: a use of or operation with instruments
especially
: the use of one or more instruments in treating a patient (as in the passing of a cystoscope)
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