They speak to the merits of a cause, after the proctor has prepared
and instructed the same for a hearing.
Ayliffe.
2. To form by communication of knowledge; to inform the mind of; to
impart knowledge or information to; to enlighten; to teach; to
discipline.
Schoolmasters will I keep within my house, Fit to instruct her
youth.
Shak.
3. To furnish with directions; to advise; to direct; to command; as,
the judge instructs the jury.
She, being before instructed of her mother, said, Give me here John
Baptist's head in a charger.
Matt. xiv. 8.
Take her in; instruct her what she has to do.
Shak.
Syn. -- To teach; educate; inform; train; discipline; indoctrinate;
direct; enjoin.
In*struct"er (?), n. See Instructor.
In*struct"i*ble (?), a. Capable of being instructed; teachable;
docible. Bacon.