CEFR B2

guideline

noun

Meaning

A statement or set of principles that offers guidance on how to do something or how to behave.

Examples

The teacher gave us a few guidelines for writing the essay.
Follow these guidelines to ensure your application is processed quickly.

Synonyms: rule, instruction, principle, recommendation

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guideline (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɡaɪd.laɪn/

Definition

A statement or set of principles that offers guidance on how to do something or how to behave.

Examples

The teacher gave us a few guidelines for writing the essay.
Follow these guidelines to ensure your application is processed quickly.
The new policy includes strict guidelines on data privacy.

How to Use guideline

guidelines for (prepositional phrase): Indicating what the guidelines are intended to help with or apply to. — "These are the guidelines for submitting your expenses."
guidelines on (prepositional phrase): Indicating the subject or topic that the guidelines cover. — "The company issued new guidelines on remote work."

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