Definitions of counselling
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something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
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synonyms:
counsel, counseling, direction, guidance
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types:
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guideline, road map
a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action
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career counseling
counseling on career opportunities
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cynosure
something that provides guidance (as Polaris guides mariners)
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genetic counseling
guidance for prospective parents on the likelihood of genetic disorders in their future children
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marriage counseling
counseling on marital problems and disagreements
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confidential information, hint, lead, steer, tip, wind
an indication of potential opportunity
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type of:
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content, message, subject matter, substance
what a communication that is about something is about
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