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1. directive

noun. ['dɝˈɛktɪv, diːˈrɛktɪv, daɪˈrɛktɪv, dɪˈrɛktɪv'] a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity.

Etymology

  • directive (English)
  • -ive (English)
  • -if (Anglo-Norman)
  • direct (English)
  • directus (Latin)

2. directive

adjective. ['dɝˈɛktɪv, diːˈrɛktɪv, daɪˈrɛktɪv, dɪˈrɛktɪv'] showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on.

Etymology

  • directive (English)
  • -ive (English)
  • -if (Anglo-Norman)
  • direct (English)
  • directus (Latin)
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