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Definition of guidance noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

guidance

noun
 
/ˈɡaɪdns/
 
/ˈɡaɪdns/
[uncountable]
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  1. guidance (on something) help or advice that is given to somebody, especially by somebody older or with more experience
    • guidance for teachers on how to use video in the classroom
    • under the guidance of somebody Activities all take place under the guidance of an experienced tutor.
    • The helpline was set up for young people in need of guidance and support.
    see also marriage guidance
    Extra Examples
    • Guidance must be given as to what tasks the learner should attempt.
    • I think you should seek guidance from your lawyer on this matter.
    • Parents need to provide their children with firm guidance.
    • She prayed for divine guidance.
    • The Careers Officer also offers guidance about university courses.
    • The Safety Officer provides guidance on firefighting and office safety.
    • The handbook gives helpful guidance on writing articles.
    • These notes are for general guidance only.
    • Volunteers are restoring the building under expert guidance.
    • We can give guidance to students on which courses to choose.
    • guidance about university degrees
    Topics Suggestions and advicec1
    Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective
    • clear
    • detailed
    • proper
    verb + guidance
    • give (somebody)
    • offer (somebody)
    • provide (somebody with)
    guidance + noun
    • counselor
    preposition
    • under… guidance
    • under the guidance  of
    • guidance  about
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  2. the process of controlling the direction of a rocket, etc., using electronic equipment
    • a missile guidance system
See guidance in the Oxford Advanced American DictionarySee guidance in the Oxford Learner's Dictionary of Academic English
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