instrumentation
noun
in·stru·men·ta·tion ˌin(t)-strə-mən-ˈtā-shən 
-ˌmen-
1
: the arrangement or composition of music for instruments especially for a band or orchestra
2
: the use or application of instruments (as for observation, measurement, or control)
3
: instruments for a particular purpose
also : a selection or arrangement of instruments
Example Sentences
There was a problem with the airplane's instrumentation.
Recent Examples on the Web Rounding out the package are full hydraulic control and electronic PLC and instrumentation systems just like those used by Emirates Team New Zealand. 
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2022 Acting is really a song without actual instrumentation behind it. Lizzie Hyman, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2022 The possibility of mere instrumentation malfunctions—video cameras or other sensors simply ginning up UAP ghosts—was also quickly dismissed, at least in some cases. Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 17 May 2022 Danusia Wnek is a chemist in the GH Beauty Lab who develops and oversees the testing of skincare products including neck creams, utilizing both Lab instrumentation and consumer feedback to recommend the best products on the market. April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 21 July 2022 Everyone got introduced and Paul Simon pulled out his guitar and coached us on voicings and instrumentation. Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 19 Aug. 2022 There's so many different aspects to it, instrumentation-wise, that guides me. Nick Romano, EW.com, 17 Aug. 2022 Combining spoken word elements with the band’s signature observational lyricism and introspective instrumentation, the song examines the thoughts brought about by aimless wanderings, random encounters and solitude. Kat Bouza, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2022 Rookie astronauts bang their heads, crash into walls or instrumentation. Christian Davenport, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2022 See More
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2022 Acting is really a song without actual instrumentation behind it. Lizzie Hyman, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2022 The possibility of mere instrumentation malfunctions—video cameras or other sensors simply ginning up UAP ghosts—was also quickly dismissed, at least in some cases. Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 17 May 2022 Danusia Wnek is a chemist in the GH Beauty Lab who develops and oversees the testing of skincare products including neck creams, utilizing both Lab instrumentation and consumer feedback to recommend the best products on the market. April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 21 July 2022 Everyone got introduced and Paul Simon pulled out his guitar and coached us on voicings and instrumentation. Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 19 Aug. 2022 There's so many different aspects to it, instrumentation-wise, that guides me. Nick Romano, EW.com, 17 Aug. 2022 Combining spoken word elements with the band’s signature observational lyricism and introspective instrumentation, the song examines the thoughts brought about by aimless wanderings, random encounters and solitude. Kat Bouza, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2022 Rookie astronauts bang their heads, crash into walls or instrumentation. Christian Davenport, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1818, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Medical Definition
instrumentation
noun
in·stru·men·ta·tion ˌin(t)-strə-mən-ˈtā-shən, -ˌmen-
: a use of or operation with instruments
especially : the use of one or more instruments in treating a patient (as in the passing of a cystoscope)