Pronunciation

/ˈfreɪmwɜːrk/

Definitions

• Noun: A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; a conceptual structure that provides support for the development or understanding of something. It can also refer to a set of rules, ideas, or beliefs that serve as the foundation for something larger or more complex.

Example:

• The company’s new management team plans to build their strategies on the existing business framework.
• The teacher presented a clear framework for understanding the historical context.

Phrases

• “Within the framework of”: This phrase is used when referring to boundaries or guidelines within which something operates. Example: “The project must be completed within the framework of our budget and timeline.”
• “To provide a framework for”: This means to establish or create the basic structure upon which something else will be built or developed. Example: “The conference aimed to provide a framework for further research in the field.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Their scientific theory offers a solid framework within which to interpret recent discoveries.”
• “The legal framework ensures that companies adhere to strict environmental standards.”
• “The software development framework streamlines the coding process for programmers.”

Synonyms

• Structure
• Architecture
• Skeleton
• Blueprint
• Foundation
• Frameworks (in a computing context)
  • Infrastructure
  • Platform
  • Architecture
  • Model
  • Design pattern