frame·work/`fremˏwɜk; ˈfreɪmwɜːk/ n [C] 1 a set of rules, facts, or beliefs that people use to make plans or decisions 〔制定计划或作决定的〕参照标准; 准则体系: We must work within the framework of the existing budget. 我们必须在现行预算标准内行事。 2 the main structure that supports something such as a building or vehicle 〔建筑、车辆等的〕构架，结构