Noun

(en noun)

(literally)   The arrangement of support beams that represent a building's general shape and size.

(figuratively)   The larger branches of a tree that determine its shape.

(figuratively, especially in, computing)   A basic conceptual structure.

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These ‘three principles of connexion’ comprise the framework of principles in Hume's account of the association of ideas.

(literally)   The identification and categorisation of processes or steps that constitute a complex task or mindset in order to render explicit the tacit and implicit.

Noun

(en noun)

Someone who , especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation.

The guide led us around the museum and explained the exhibits.

* Bible, Psalms xlviii. 14

He will be our guide , even unto death.

A document or book that offers information or instruction; guidebook.

A sign that guides people; guidepost.

Any marking or object that catches the eye to provide quick reference.

A device that guides part of a machine, or guides motion or action.

# A blade or channel for directing the flow of water to the buckets in a water wheel.

# A grooved director for a probe or knife in surgery.

# (printing, dated) A strip or device to direct the compositor's eye to the line of copy being set.

(occult) A spirit believed to speak through a medium.

(military) A member of a group marching in formation who sets the pattern of movement or alignment for the rest.