guide

/gˈaɪd/

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Definitions

Noun
someone employed to conduct others
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someone who shows the way by leading or advising
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something that offers basic information or instruction
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a model or standard for making comparisons
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someone who can find paths through unexplored territory
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a structure or marking that serves to direct the motion or positioning of something
Verb
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
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take somebody somewhere; "We lead him to our chief"; "can you take me to the main entrance?"; "He conducted us to the palace"
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be a guiding or motivating force or drive; "The teacher steered the gifted students towards the more challenging courses"
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use as a guide; "They had the lights to guide on"
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pass over, across, or through; "He ran his eyes over her body"; "She ran her fingers along the carved figurine"; "He drew her hair through his fingers"