directive

Noun
  1. A pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity (synset 107184731)
    "the boss loves to send us directives"
    is a type of: dictum, pronouncement, say-so - an authoritative declaration
    subtypes: presidential directive - a directive issued by the President of the United States; usually addressed to all heads of departments and agencies
Adjective
  1. Showing the way by conducting or leading;
    Imposing direction on (synset 300200706)
    "felt his mother's directing arm around him"; "the directional role of science on industrial progress"
    similar to: leading - going or proceeding or going in advance; showing the way
    same as: directing, directional, guiding

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