Directions Moderate

Definition, synonyms and related words

Definitions

Noun

plural of direction

"Could you please give me directions on how to get to the nearest subway station?"

Instructions for how to reach a destination or how to do something

In plain English: Directions are instructions that tell you how to get somewhere or how to do something correctly.

"She read the directions on the package to see how to assemble the shelf."

Usage: Use directions when referring to step-by-step instructions that explain how to travel to a specific location or complete a task. Do not use it to mean general advice or vague suggestions about a topic.

Example Sentences

"She read the directions on the package to see how to assemble the shelf." noun

"She followed the printed directions to find her way through the new neighborhood." noun

"The traffic officer gave clear directions about which lanes were open for emergency vehicles." noun

"My grandmother always gives me special cookie recipes along with written baking directions." noun

Origin

Derived from the Old French direccioun, this term originates from the Latin verb dirigere meaning "to make straight." It originally referred to the act of setting something in order or guiding someone along a specific path.

Rhyming Words

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