Meaning of the word indirect in English
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indirect
US /ˌɪn.dɪˈrekt/
UK /ˌɪn.dɪˈrekt/
Adjective
1.
not directly caused by or resulting from something
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The economic crisis had an indirect impact on small businesses.
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His comments were an indirect criticism of the management.
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2.
not straight or direct in course; winding
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The path to the cabin was long and indirect.
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They took an indirect route to avoid traffic.
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