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frame of reference

frame of ref·er·ence


noun 
Definition:
 
1. standards used for judging or deciding: the set of norms, values, or ideas that affect the way somebody interacts with others, either in everyday life or in a particular situation

2. mathematics set of geometric axes: a set of geometric axes used to determine the location of a point in space

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