A set of explicit or understood regulations or principles governing conduct or procedure
Plural for a person who escorts or shows the way to others
“I offered a considerable sum to one of the villagers to go with us and act as our guide through the mountains.”
Plural for a person who guides tourists at a given place or destination
“The tour guide helpfully tells tourists that the sculptures were brought to London for safekeeping.”
Plural for something, usually a book, that explains the basics of a subject or that provides directions
“She studied a pocket guide of Washington.”
Plural for a person who advises others, especially in matters of behavior or belief
“She felt the need for a spiritual guide or guru to put her life into perspective.”
Plural for a thing that helps someone to form an opinion or make a decision or calculation
“This book on philosophy is very useful as a guide to making decisions.”
Plural for an object, usually a landmark, that serves as a directional tool
“Use the tall building in the middle of the city as a guide to your current location.”
To guide or escort
“This large building is one huge maze, but luckily for you, I'm here to guide you.”
To direct or influence the behavior or development of
“There is also still the question of what principles should guide the newer global developments.”
To offer advice or recommendations to
“They guide adolescents through their critical years.”
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