framework

Noun
  1. A hypothetical description of a complex entity or process (synset 105898856)
    "the computer program was based on a model of the circulatory and respiratory systems"
    is a type of: hypothesis, possibility, theory - a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
    subtypes:
    • computer simulation, simulation - (computer science) the technique of representing the real world by a computer program
    • mean sun - a theoretical sun that moves along the celestial equator at a constant speed and completes its annual course in the same amount of time the real sun takes at variable speeds
    • copernican system - (astronomy) Copernicus' astronomical model in which the Earth rotates around the sun
    • ptolemaic system - (astronomy) Ptolemy's model of the universe with the Earth at the center
    • m-theory - (particle physics) a theory that involves an eleven-dimensional universe in which the weak and strong forces and gravity are unified and to which all the string theories belong
    • string theory - (particle physics) a theory that postulates that subatomic particles are one-dimensional strings
    • stochastic process - a statistical process involving a number of random variables depending on a variable parameter (which is usually time)
    same as: model, theoretical account
  2. The underlying structure (synset 104940540)
    "providing a factual framework for future research"; "it is part of the fabric of society"
    is a type of: structure - the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts
    same as: fabric
  3. A structure supporting or containing something (synset 103396616)
    is a type of: supporting structure - a structure that serves to support something
    subtypes:
    • airframe - the framework and covering of an airplane or rocket (excluding the engines)
    • arbor, arbour, bower, pergola - a framework that supports climbing plants
    • bustle - a framework worn at the back below the waist for giving fullness to a woman's skirt
    • case, casing - the enclosing frame around a door or window opening
    • climbing frame - a framework of bars or logs for children to climb on
    • clotheshorse - a framework on which to hang clothes (as for drying)
    • coaming - a raised framework around a hatchway on a ship to keep water out
    • cornice, pelmet, valance, valance board - a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing
    • deckle - (paper making) a frame used to form paper pulp into sheets
    • derrick - a framework erected over an oil well to allow drill tubes to be raised and lowered
    • doorcase, doorframe - the frame that supports a door
    • buffer, cowcatcher, fender, pilot - an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
    • frame, framing - a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror
    • frame - the framework for a pair of eyeglasses
    • gantry, gauntry - a framework of steel bars raised on side supports to bridge over or around something; can display railway signals above several tracks or can support a traveling crane etc.
    • grate, grating - a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
    • grill, grille, grillwork - a framework of metal bars used as a partition or a grate
    • gun carriage - a framework on which a gun is mounted for firing
    • handbarrow - a rectangular frame with handles at both ends; carried by two people
    • hayrack, hayrig - a frame attached to a wagon to increase the amount of hay it can carry
    • honeycomb - a framework of hexagonal cells resembling the honeycomb built by bees
    • fretwork, lattice, latticework - framework consisting of an ornamental design made of strips of wood or metal
    • mounting - framework used for support or display
    • oxbow - a wooden framework bent in the shape of a U; its upper ends are attached to the horizontal yoke and the loop goes around the neck of an ox
    • picture frame - a framework in which a picture is mounted
    • rack - framework for holding objects
    • ribbing - a framework of ribs
    • sash, window sash - a framework that holds the panes of a window in the window frame
    • buck, horse, sawbuck, sawhorse - a framework for holding wood that is being sawed
    • stocks - a frame for constraining an animal while it is receiving veterinary attention or while being shod
    • stocks - a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction
    • stretcher - a wooden framework on which canvas is stretched and fixed for oil painting
    • embroidery frame, embroidery hoop, tambour - a frame made of two hoops; used for embroidering
    • tenter - a framework with hooks used for stretching and drying cloth
    • truss - a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure
    • undercarriage - framework that serves as a support for the body of a vehicle
    • baby-walker, go-cart, walker - an enclosing framework on casters or wheels; helps babies learn to walk
    • walker, zimmer, zimmer frame - a light enclosing framework (trade name Zimmer) with rubber castors or wheels and handles; helps invalids or the handicapped or the aged to walk
    • wattle - framework consisting of stakes interwoven with branches to form a fence
    • window - a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
    • window frame - the framework that supports a window
    has:
    • backing, mount - something forming a back that is added for strengthening
    • brace, bracing - a structural member used to stiffen a framework
    same as: frame

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