<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the act or an instance of directing.</li><li>the line along which anything lies, faces, moves, etc., with reference to the point or region toward which it is directed.</li><li>the point or region itself.</li><li>a position on a line extending from a specific point toward a point of the compass or toward the nadir or the zenith.</li><li>a line of thought or action or a tendency or inclination.</li><li>instructions or guidance for making, using, etc.</li><li>order; command.</li><li>management; control; guidance; supervision.</li><li>a directorate.</li><li>the name and address of the intended recipient as written on a letter, package, etc.</li><li>decisions in a stage or film production as to stage business, speaking of lines, lighting, and general presentation.</li><li>the technique, act, or business of making such decisions, managing and training a cast of actors, etc.</li><li>the technique, act, or business of directing an orchestra, concert, or other musical presentation or group.</li><li>(Music) a symbol or phrase that indicates in a score the proper tempo, style of performance, mood, etc.</li><li>a purpose or orientation toward a goal that serves to guide or motivate.</li></ul>