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guiding

v. · n.
US //ˈɡaɪdɪŋ// UK //ɡˈaɪdɪŋ// guid·ing
  1. 1 showing the way (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    leading someone to a place or helping them understand a difficult subject.

    acting as a guide by leading, directing, or supervising someone's progress or movement.

    Example

    The teacher is guiding the students through the museum to see the statues.

    Example

    By guiding the junior researchers through the complex data sets, the professor ensured that the final report met the university's rigorous standards.

  2. 2 advice or direction (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of giving help, advice, or instructions to someone.

    the process or act of providing guidance or direction to an individual or group.

    Example

    The child needs some guiding from his parents to learn right from wrong.

    Example

    The project required constant guiding from the senior management team to prevent the budget from spiralling out of control.

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  1. 3 Girl Guiding (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate British English

    the activities and organisation of the Girl Guides.

    the movement or organisation of Girl Guides, focusing on character development and outdoor skills for young women.

    Example

    She spent most of her weekends involved in guiding and camping trips.

    Example

    Guiding has evolved significantly over the decades, incorporating modern leadership training alongside traditional outdoor survival skills.

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