1 the basic structure of sth that gives it shape and strength 骨架;结构:
A greenhouse is made of glass panels fixed in a metal framework.温室以金属为骨架,架上镶着一大块一大块的玻璃板。 (figurative 比喻)the basic framework of society 社会的基本结构
2 a system of rules or ideas which help you decide what to do 方案;蓝图:
The plan may be changed but it will provide a framework on which we can build.这个方案也许会变,但我们可以此为基本构想。