Guidance Noun - Definition, Pictures, Pronunciation And Usage Notes

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

guidance noun OPAL W  /ˈɡaɪdns/  /ˈɡaɪdns/[uncountable] jump to other results

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 guidanceExtra 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 advicec1Oxford 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
   • …
   See full entry
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 EnglishCheck pronunciation: guidance

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• marriage guidance noun
• guidance counselor noun
• marriage guidance
• parental guidance
• guidance counselors
• parental guidance under 13

Nearby words

• the Guggenheim Museum
• GUI noun
• guidance noun
• guidance counselor noun
• guide noun

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