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directive

Definitions of directive
  1. noun
    a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior
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    type of:
    règle
    a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
  2. noun
    a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity
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    type of:
    dicton, maxime
    an authoritative declaration
  3. noun
    a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action
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    type of:
    plan, programme
    a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
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