DIRECT


Meaning of DIRECT in English

I . a.

1.

Straight, in a right line, not crooked.

2.

From father to son.

3.

Plain, express, categorical, unambiguous, not equivocal.

4.

Open, sincere, ingenuous, frank, out-spoken.

5.

( A stron. ) In the order of the signs, advancing eastward.

II . v. a.

1.

Aim, point, cast, turn.

2.

Regulate, dispose, manage, conduct, control, govern, rule, guide.

3.

Order, command, instruct, prescribe to, give ~ions to.

4.

Show, point, guide, lead, put upon the right track.

5.

Address, superscribe.

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