framework

noun frame·work \ ˈfrām-ˌwərk \

|Updated on: 10 Jul 2018

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Definition of framework

1 a : a basic conceptional structure (as of ideas)

the framework of the U.S. Constitution

These influences threaten the very framework of our society.

b : a skeletal, openwork, or structural frame

An iron framework surrounds the sculpture.

2 : frame of reference

3 : the larger branches of a tree that determine its shape

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Examples of framework in a Sentence

These influences threaten the very framework of our society.
The book provides a general framework for understanding modern politics.
He questions the study's theoretical framework.
An iron framework surrounds the sculpture.
The panels are attached to the building's steel framework.

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In the Milwaukee Maze, visitors pay $5 to walk their way through a labyrinth of wooden panels mounted to a wooden, box-like framework.

— jane ford-stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Driven from West Allis by vandals, the Milwaukee Maze has two potential new locations," 2 July 2018
Australia must have a robust, modern legislative framework to ensure our law enforcement and national security agencies are sufficiently empowered to investigate and disrupt malicious foreign interference.

— New York Times, "Australian Law Targets Foreign Interference. China Is Not Pleased.," 28 June 2018
Flutter apps sidestep the app platforms of Android and iOS and instead run on the Flutter rendering engine (written in C++) and Flutter framework (written in Google's Dart language, just like Flutter apps).

— ron amadeo, Ars Technica, "Google’s Flutter SDK moves out of beta with Release Preview 1," 20 June 2018
With that basic framework in mind, here are a few of the most prominent factors that will decide a critical summer.

— ben ladner, SI.com, "Cleveland Cavaliers Offseason Preview: Will LeBron James Stay or Go?," 10 June 2018
But even within that ‘‘four pillars’’ framework, plenty remained unsettled.

— mike debonis, BostonGlobe.com, "Ryan promises compromise ‘dreamers’ immigration bill despite GOP’s split," 8 June 2018
The framework, according to the source involved in the negotiations, instead will create a commission to broadly study California’s healthcare needs.

— john myers, latimes.com, "Boost in spending for homelessness in budget deal reached by governor, legislative leaders," 8 June 2018
Of course, further theoretical work will be needed to arrive at a mathematically rigorous, fully predictive framework for cosmology.

— alexander hellemans, Scientific American, "A Conversation with Thomas Hertog, One of Stephen Hawking’s Final Collaborators," 24 May 2018
That includes competition between casino operators and racino operators -- each set of companies operates in Ohio under different regulatory frameworks, overseen by different government agencies.

— rich exner & andrew j. tobias, cleveland.com, "Sports wagering could be heading to Ohio after Supreme Court ruling," 14 May 2018

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First Known Use of framework

1578

in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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Synonyms

architecture, configuration, edifice, fabric, frame, framing, infrastructure, shell, skeleton, structure;

Related Words

cage, lattice, network;

contour, figure, outline, profile, shape, silhouette;

chassis;

Other Building Terms

batten, cistern, hearth, lath, transom, wainscot

FRAMEWORK Defined for English Language Learners

framework

noun

Definition of framework for English Language Learners

: the basic structure of something : a set of ideas or facts that provide support for something
: a supporting structure : a structural frame

FRAMEWORK Defined for Kids

framework

noun frame·work \ ˈfrām-ˌwərk \

Definition of framework for Students

: a basic supporting part or structure

the framework of an argument

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