The word 指导 is formed through a conceptual combination of its two component characters: 指, which means "to point" (as with a finger toward a direction), and 导, which means "to guide" or "to lead". Together, they create a compound idea where the act of physically or metaphorically pointing out a path or method is fused with the act of guiding someone along it, resulting in the integrated meaning of providing instruction, direction, or mentorship. The formation is essentially a logical and semantic fusion of a concrete action (pointing) with an abstract process (guiding) to express the broader concept of authoritative teaching or leadership.