Synonyms: instrumentality, instrumentation
Definition: an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end
Synonyms: instrumentality
Definition: the quality of being instrumental for some purpose
Similar words: usefulness, utility
Definition: the quality of being of practical use
Synonyms: instrumentality
Definition: a subsidiary organ of government created for a special purpose
Usage: are the judicial instrumentalities of local governments adequate?; he studied the French instrumentalities for law enforcement
Similar words: unit, social unit
Definition: an organization regarded as part of a larger social group
Usage: the coach said the offensive unit did a good job; after the battle the soldier had trouble rejoining his unit