directive
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/daɪˈɹɛk.tɪv/
English
Definitions
noun
- An instruction or guideline that indicates how to perform an action or reach a goal.
- A construct in source code that indicates how it should be processed but is not necessarily part of the program to be run.
- An authoritative decision from an official body, which may or may not have binding force.
- (European Union law) A form of legislative act addressed to the member states. The directive binds the member state to reach certain objectives in their national legislation.
adjective
- That directs; serving to direct, indicate, or guide.
- (grammar) relating to the directive case
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Synonyms
leadingguidingdirectionaldirectingdirectionsinstructionguidelineproposalorderguidanceexecutivememberleadershipbehestregulationjustification