guideline
/G AY1 D L AY0 N/noun
- 1
A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
“He considered the Ten Commandments more a guideline than a requirement.”
- 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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