Translation
director; manager
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Word origin
From Late Latin director ('one who directs'), an agent noun from dirigere ('to set straight, guide'), from dis- plus regere ('to rule, keep straight'). The same root gives English director, direct and regent.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- director
- English cognates
- director, direct
Grammar
Examples
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The director wants to see you in his office.
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He was appointed manager of the branch.
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The headteacher is organising a meeting.
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The director arrives at the office before everyone else.
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Our new director has lots of interesting ideas.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 13, lesson 3: directeur, secours, planète and 7 more words.