director
director Lexical Profile
director Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A person who is in charge of an activity, department, organization, or institution.
"The new director of the museum plans to expand the contemporary art wing next year."
A person who supervises the actors, crew, and artistic production of a film, television show, or stage play.
"The acclaimed film director spent six months scouting locations before principal photography began."
A member of the governing board elected or appointed to oversee the management and policies of a corporation or financial institution.
"The board of directors convened an emergency meeting to review the quarterly financial report."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 15th century from Anglo-French directour, from Late Latin director ('a governor or guide'), an agent noun derived from the Latin verb dirigere ('to set straight, guide, or direct').