† diˈrectureObs.rare—1. [ad. L. dīrectūra (in Vitr. a making straight or levelling), f.dīrect-ppl. stem of L. dīrigĕre to direct.] The action of directing; direction. a1677Manton Disc. PeaceWks. 1871 V. ii. 167 Led by the fair directure and fair invitation of God's providence.