noun

guideline

guideline, recommendation, instruction

The government has issued new safety guidelines.

The government has issued new safety guidelines.

You must follow the guidelines for the project.

You must follow the guidelines for the project.

((a/the)) guideline ((on/for sth.)) a rule or instruction about how to do (sth.) The government has issued new guidelines on safety.

Synonyms: rule, recommendation, principle

A compound word: 'guide' + 'line'. A line to guide your actions.

Think of it as a 'line' you should follow that acts as a 'guide' for your actions.

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