direction

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Synonyms: dilection, direption, disection, dejection, dissection, diction, director, directive, defection, erection, diremption

Antonyms: dilection, direption, disection, dejection, dissection, diction, director, directive, defection, erection, diremption

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Noun

1. A theoretical line (physically or mentally) followed from a point of origin or towards a destination. May be relative (e.g. up, left, outbound, dorsal), geographical (e.g. north), rotational (e.g. clockwise), or with respect to an object or location (e.g. toward Boston).
2. A general trend for future action.
3. [[guidance|Guidance]], [[instruction]].
4. The work of the [[director]] in cinema or theater; the skill of directing a film, play etc.
5. {{lb|en|dated}} The body of persons who guide or manage a matter; the [[directorate]].
6. {{lb|en|archaic}} A person's [[address]].

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