guideline

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From guide + line

[edit] Noun

Singular
guideline

Plural
guidelines

guideline (plural guidelines)

  1. A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
  2. A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.
  3. A light line, used in lettering, to help align the text.

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