Meaning

• Someone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation.

  "The guide led us around the museum and explained the exhibits."

• A document or book that offers information or instruction; guidebook.

• A sign that guides people; guidepost.

• Any marking or object that catches the eye to provide quick reference.

• A device that guides part of a machine, or guides motion or action.

• A spirit believed to speak through a medium.

• A member of a group marching in formation who sets the pattern of movement or alignment for the rest.