Dictionary Entry
directing
verb (present participle)Find the meaning of the word directing, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The act of guiding, managing, or controlling something or someone, often by giving instructions or setting a course.
Example Sentence
The director was busy directing the actors on how to perform the scene more effectively.
Usage Note
Use "directing" when talking about the act of giving instructions or guidance to a person or group, or when managing a project or performance. For example, "She is directing the school play," or "The company is directing its resources towards new research." It can also refer to pointing something in a specific direction, like "directing traffic."