direct

di-rect · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Going from one place to another without changing direction or stopping.

  2. 2.

    Without intervening factors or intermediaries.

  3. 3.

    Frank and straightforward in manner.

  4. 4.

    Exact; precise.

  5. 5.

    To aim something at a target.

  6. 6.

    To control or manage an organization or activity.

  7. 7.

    To instruct or guide someone.

  8. 8.

    To be in charge of making a film or play.

  9. 9.

    Without changing direction or stopping.

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Etymology

From Latin directus, past participle of dirigere meaning "to set straight, arrange," from dis- meaning "apart" and regere meaning "to guide." Entered English in the 14th century.