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guideline

UK/'gaidlain/US
NGSL 3kIELTSB2

Definitions

n.

A general rule or principle that guides decisions or behavior.

指导方针,准则,指南。

Root Breakdown

Native English
guideroot
+
lineline, lineage, descent
=guideline

guide + line = a 'line' that guides you — originally a marked line to keep you on course, now a rule that steers decisions. Usually plural: follow the guidelines.

Root line still carries 17 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.follow guidelines遵循指南
  • 2.establish guidelines制定指南
  • 3.safety guidelines安全准则
  • 4.issue guidelines发布指南

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Please follow the safety guidelines at all times.

  • 2.

    The committee issued new guidelines for online teaching.

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