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Definition direct in British English

direct verb

[transitive] verb
/dɪˈrekt/
1

to aim something at a particular person or thing

Example

The incident directed public attention to pollution in the North Sea.

Example

Our efforts are primarily directed towards helping children who live in poverty.

Example

All of his energy was directed into his art.

Example

increasing levels of violence directed against people and property

Example

At the time, all the criticism was directed at her rather than me.

Synonyms and related words
throw direct aim
2

to control or organize how a person or group of people does something

Example

The manager's job is mainly to direct the activities of others.

Example

With the help of advisers, the President will direct military operations.

Synonyms and related words
structure reorganize prioritize
3

to give someone instructions to do something

Example

Take the pills as directed by your doctor.

Example

The jury was directed to disregard everything Robinson had said.

Example

The judge directed they should be found not guilty.

Synonyms and related words
order order around tell
4

to be in charge of making a film or programme, or getting a play ready for performance, especially by telling the actors and technical staff what to do

Synonyms and related words
animation behind the scenes cine-film
5

to tell or show someone the way to a place or where to go by giving them instructions or by pointing

Example

A policeman was injured while directing traffic.

Example

Could you direct me to the bus station?

Synonyms and related words
order order around tell
Definition direct in British English