in‧struc‧tion S3 W2 AC / ɪnstrʌkʃ ə n / 名词
1 instructions [复数形式] the written information that tells you how to do or use something → directions :
Press ‘Enter’ and follow the on-screen instructions.
instructions for
Both products come with instructions for use.
instructions on (how to do) something
Are there any instructions on how to plant the trees?
2 [可数名词，通常复数] a statement telling someone what they must do → orders
instructions to do something
He had specific instructions to check everyone’s identity cards.
instructions that
Mrs Edwards gave instructions that she was not to be disturbed.
on sb’s instructions (= having been told by someone to do something )
On the landlord’s instructions, the barmaid refused to serve him.
My instructions are (= I have been told ) to give the package to him personally.
Make sure you carry out the doctor’s instructions .
be under instruction to do something (= to have been told to do something )
The police were under instruction to fire if necessary.
3 [不可数名词] formal teaching that you are given in a particular skill or subject :
religious instruction
driving instruction
instruction in
The school gives instruction in first aid.
under instruction (= being taught )
This group of trainees is still under instruction.
COLLOCATIONS
动词
follow the instructions (= do what the instructions tell you to do ) You should follow the instructions on the packet.
read the instructions Always read the instructions before switching on the machine.
provide/supply instructions (= give someone instructions ) Detailed instructions are supplied with the software.
come with instructions The tent comes with instructions on how to put it up.
the instructions say/tell you to do something The instructions say that you should take the tablets after meals.
ADJECTIVES/NOUN + instructions
clear The instructions that I got with the phone weren’t very clear.
detailed There are detailed instructions on the back of the box.
written instructions Each member of the team was issued with written instructions.
full/comprehensive instructions (= very detailed ) There are comprehensive instructions for completing and filing the new tax form. | Full instructions accompany the smoke alarm.
step-by-step instructions (= giving details of each thing you should do in order ) This book gives step-by-step instructions for making curtains.
the manufacturer’s instructions (= the instructions given by the company that made something ) Make up the mixture according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
safety instructions Written safety instructions should be supplied with all equipment.
operating instructions The operating instructions have been simplified so that they are easier to follow.
cooking instructions The cooking instructions can be found on the side of the packet.
instruction + NOUN
an instruction book/manual The instruction manual for the camera is over 150 pages long.
an instruction booklet/leaflet/sheet The washing machine comes with an instruction leaflet.
COMMON ERRORS
► Do not say ’ instructions how to do something ’ or ‘instructions to do something ‘. Say instructions on how to do something .