guidance guidance /ˈgaɪdəns/

noun

1. () Something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action  ( counsel , counselling , counseling , direction , guidance )
   something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
     The mentor provided guidance and support to the young entrepreneur.
   The mentor provided guidance and support to the young entrepreneur.
   
2. () The act of guiding or showing the way  ( steering , guidance )
   the act of guiding or showing the way
     The mentor provided valuable guidance to the young entrepreneur.
   The mentor provided valuable guidance to the young entrepreneur.
   
3. () The act of setting and holding a course  ( steering , direction , guidance )
   the act of setting and holding a course
    A new council was installed under the direction of the king
   a new council was installed under the direction of the king