guiding

guid-ing · verb, adjective

imported

Definitions

verb, adjective

  1. 1.

    Present participle of guide; the act of leading or directing.

  2. 2.

    Serving to guide or direct; providing direction.

Phrases & expressions

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    guiding light — A person or thing that serves as an inspiration
  • •
    guiding principle — A fundamental rule that guides decisions
  • •
    guiding star — Something that provides direction or inspiration
  • •
    guiding hand — Helpful supervision or direction

Related words

Antonyms: following, misleading
See also: guidance, guide, guided, leading
Synonyms: directing, governing, leading, steering

Etymology

Present participle of guide, from Old French guider ("to guide, lead").