directors'
|di-rec-tor's|
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/dɪˈrɛktərz/
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/dɪˈrɛktəz/
(director)
leader or supervisor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'director' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'director', where 'direct-' meant 'to guide or lead'.
Historical Evolution
'director' changed from the Old French word 'directeur' and eventually became the modern English word 'director'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who guides or leads', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural possessive form of 'director', indicating ownership by more than one director.
The directors' meeting was scheduled for next week.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41