instrumental
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Britannica Dictionary definition of INSTRUMENTAL
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[more instrumental; most instrumental]
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very important in helping or causing something to happen or be done
— often + in
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He was instrumental in organizing the club. = He played an instrumental part/role in organizing the club.
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Her influence was instrumental in bringing the painting to the museum.
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music
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written for or performed on musical instruments
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not including singing
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They played instrumental music at the wedding.
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an instrumental version of a song
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an instrumentally and vocally beautiful song
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He was instrumentally involved in the organization of the club.
