Guide

Quick meaning: Guide is a noun meaning A document or book that offers information or instruction; guidebook.

Meaning

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

More Meanings

1. A sign that guides people; guidepost.
2. Any marking or object that catches the eye to provide quick reference.
3. Synonym of legend, a key to symbols, abbreviations, and terms on a map, chart, etc.
4. A device that guides part of a machine, or guides motion or action.
5. (occult) A spirit believed to speak through a medium.
6. (military) A member of a group marching in formation who sets the pattern of movement or alignment for the rest.
7. Someone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation, or to lead them through dangerous terrain.

Example Sentences

He will be our guide, even unto death.

And that you'd guide me to your Soueraignes Court,

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

A good man sheweth fauour and lendeth: he will guide his affaires with discretion.

Word Forms

• guides
• guiding
• guided
• guidest
• guidedst
• guideth

Synonyms for guide

Depending on context, synonyms include interpreter, guider, xenagogue, legend, conduct, lead.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include usher, pathfinder, conduct, maneuver, scout, template.

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