Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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instrumentality | Yes | No | No | No |
hardware | Yes | No | No | No |
instrumentality (noun) | hardware (noun) |
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an artifact (that is instrumental in accomplishing some end) for accomplishing some end | (computer science) the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components making up a computer system |
the quality of being instrumental for some purpose | major items of military weaponry (as tanks or missile) |
a subsidiary organ of government created for a special purpose | instrumentalities (tools or implements) made of metal |