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guidelines

The correct spelling is guidelines.

How to pronounce guidelines

noun

Say it like: Gui-del-ine-s

The correct spelling is guidelines. A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour. For example: "He considered the Ten Commandments more a guideline than a requirement."

Usage Examples

He considered the Ten Commandments more a guideline than a requirement.

Definition

noun

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

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