instrument panel

noun

: a panel on which instruments are mounted
especially : dashboard sense 2

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The best software should feel like an instrument panel, not an alarm system. — Salim Gheewalla, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Many new cars come with a sensor in each wheel and an instrument panel readout to warn you of low tire pressure. — Jason Fogelson, AJC.com, 29 May 2026 There is a gorgeous custom instrument panel and tactile switchgear, all wrapped in soft leather. — Utkarsh Sood june 15, New Atlas, 15 June 2026 The Lyriq has a 33-inch instrument panel and infotainment display. — James Raia, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for instrument panel

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of instrument panel was in 1922

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instrument panel

noun
: dashboard sense 2

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