What is the meaning of guideline?

noun

  • A light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters.
  • A detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action.
    • usage: "the president said he had a road map for normalizing relations with Vietnam"
  • A rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior.
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