instrument set

[ˈɪnstrəmənt sɛt]
nounpl: instrument sets
conjunto de instrumentos
1. A collection of tools or devices designed for a specific purpose, typically packaged together
The surgeon prepared the instrument set before the operation.
O cirurgião preparou o conjunto de instrumentos antes da operação.
2. A complete collection of musical instruments or tools for a particular discipline or hobby
She received a dental instrument set for her graduation.
Ela recebeu um conjunto de instrumentos odontológicos para sua formatura.
3. A group of precision tools arranged and packaged for specific professional use
The mechanic organized his instrument set in the toolbox.
O mecânico organizou seu conjunto de instrumentos na caixa de ferramentas.
In Brazil, 'conjunto de instrumentos' is widely used in medical, dental, and professional contexts. In Portugal, 'jogo de instrumentos' is more common. The term reflects a practical approach to professional work organization in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tool setinstrument kittool kitcollection of instruments
Antonyms / Antônimos
individual toolsingle instrument

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conjunto de instrumentos
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
jogo de instrumentos
commonly used alternative in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
conjunto de instrumentos
standard usage
Portugal
jogo de instrumentos
preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Words

surgical instrumentsdental toolsprecision toolsinstrument casetoolkitequipment set

Related Idioms & Phrases

have all the right instruments in your set
complete instrument set
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