Directing

/dɪˈrɛktɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (v. (gerund)) The act of guiding or managing the affairs or actions of a person or entity, especially in legal or corporate contexts.
    The board is directing the company's future strategy.

Forms

  • direct
  • directs
  • directed

Commentary

Commonly used to describe the exercise of authority or control, especially by persons in fiduciary or legal positions.

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