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Follow the safety guideline during the experiment.
What does Guideline mean?
A guideline is a helpful rule or instruction.
Dictionary definition
A rule, suggestion, or instruction that helps people decide how to act or complete a task.
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Guideline in a sentence
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The teacher shared a guideline for writing paragraphs.
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A guideline may not be a strict law, but it helps people make consistent choices.
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WordGuideline.
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MeaningGuideline means A guideline is a helpful rule or instruction.
ExampleExample: Follow the safety guideline during the experiment.
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- Syllables
- gyde · lyne
- Strongest beat
- gyde
- Ending
- lyne
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on gyde.
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Synonyms
Words like Guideline
ruleA statement that tells what should be done.
instructionA direction for completing a task.
recommendationAdvice about what is best to do.
Antonyms
Opposite words
random choiceA choice made without a rule or plan.
confusionA lack of clear direction.
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guideline
noun
guidelines
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