helpfulinstruction
nounUK /ˈhelpfʊl ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
US /ˈhelpfəl ɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
A helpful instruction is a clear direction that makes a task easy to do.
The teacher gave us a helpful instruction so we knew exactly how to build the model.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A step in a set of directions that makes something easier to understand.
The manual's helpful instruction showed us where to plug in the cable.
3. A kind piece of advice given to help someone do better.
Her helpful instruction on tying shoes made the whole process simple.
4. A note that explains how to use something correctly.
There was a helpful instruction on the box about how to open it safely.