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Meaning of the word direction in English

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direction

US /dɪˈrek.ʃən/
UK /dɪˈrek.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a course along which someone or something moves

Example:
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Which direction should we go?
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The wind changed direction.
Synonym:
coursewaypathroutebearing
2.

the management or guidance of someone or something

Example:
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The project is under the direction of a new manager.
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She gave clear directions for the task.
Synonym:
guidancemanagementsupervisioncontrolinstruction
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