What is the meaning of instrumental?

adjective

  • Relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments.
    • usage: "instrumental compositions"; "an instrumental ensemble"
  • Serving or acting as a means or aid.
    • usage: "instrumental in solving the crime"
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