Guide

/ɡaɪd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or a thing that leads or directs others.

The guide led us through the ancient ruins, sharing stories of the past.

A book or other source of information that helps someone understand or navigate a particular subject.

I bought a travel guide to help plan our trip to Europe.

A signal, marker, or other feature that provides direction or information.

The stars served as a guide for sailors at sea.

verb

To lead or direct someone in a particular direction.

She will guide you through the application process step by step.

To provide advice or information to someone.

The counselor helped guide him in making important career decisions.

To direct or influence the behavior or development of something.

They aim to guide the company's strategic vision for the next decade.

From Old French 'guider' derived from Frankish 'wīdan', meaning 'to show the way'.

to guide someone

to assist or lead someone in a particular direction or task.

guiding light

a person or thing that gives help or inspiration.

in the guiding hand

to be under the influence or supervision of someone.

guidance

The act of providing direction or support.

guideline

A general rule, principle, or piece of advice.

guided

Led or directed by someone.

A friend who shows you the best places to go.

He's my guide for the weekend, knows all the local spots.

A person who helps you navigate through a situation.

She was my guide through the crazy party.