guiding
|guid-ing|
B1
/ˈɡaɪdɪŋ/
(guide)
lead or direct
Etymology
Etymology Information
'guide' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'guider', where 'guid-' meant 'to lead or direct'.
Historical Evolution
'guider' transformed into the Middle English word 'giden', and eventually became the modern English word 'guide'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead or direct someone', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'guide'.
She is guiding the tourists through the museum.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41