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Noun framework has 3 senses
- model, theoretical account, framework - a simplified description of a complex entity or process; "the computer program was based on a model of the circulatory and respiratory systems"
--1 is a kind of hypothesis, possibility, theory
--1 has particulars:
- framework, fabric - the underlying structure; "restoring the framework of the bombed building"; "it is part of the fabric of society"
--2 is a kind of structure
- framework, frame, framing - a structure supporting or containing something
--3 is a kind of supporting structure
--3 has parts: backing, mount; brace, bracing
--3 has particulars: | | airframe; arbor, arbour, bower, pergola; bustle; casing, case; climbing frame; clotheshorse; coaming; cornice, valance, valance board, pelmet; deckle; derrick; doorframe, doorcase; fender, buffer, cowcatcher, pilot; gantry, gauntry; grate, grating; grill, grille, grillwork; gun carriage; handbarrow; hayrack, hayrig; honeycomb; lattice, latticework, fretwork; mounting; oxbow; picture frame; rack; ribbing; sash, window sash; sawhorse, horse, sawbuck, buck; stretcher; tambour, embroidery frame, embroidery hoop; tenter; truss; undercarriage; walker, baby-walker, go-cart; walker, Zimmer, Zimmer frame; wattle; window; window frame |
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