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frame of reference

noun phrase

Definition of frame of reference

1 : an arbitrary set of axes with reference to which the position or motion of something is described or physical laws are formulated
2 : a set of ideas, conditions, or assumptions that determine how something will be approached, perceived, or understood a Marxian frame of reference

First Known Use of frame of reference

1895, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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frame of reference

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English Language Learners Definition of frame of reference

: a set of ideas, conditions, experiences, etc., that affect how something is thought about or understood

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