Definitions of directed
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(often used in combination) having a specified direction“a positively directed vector”“goal- directed”
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orientated, oriented
adjusted or located in relation to surroundings or circumstances; sometimes used in combination
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orientated, oriented
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manageable by a supervising agent“a directed program of study”
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manageable
capable of being managed or controlled
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manageable
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