framework

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A basic set of ideas or rules used to plan or decide something.

   The report sets out a clear framework for making these decisions.

2. 2
   noun

   A structure of bars or beams that supports or shapes something.

   The steel framework of the new building is already in place.

3. 3
   noun

   In computing, a ready-made set of code that programmers build their applications on.

   Rails is a popular framework for building web applications.

From frame + work.

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