in·di·rec·tion 
(ĭn′dĭ-rĕkshən, -dī-)
(ĭn′dĭ-rĕkshən, -dī-)n.
1. The quality or state of being indirect.
2.
a. Lack of straightforwardness; deviousness: obtained their goal by subtle indirection.
b. A devious act or statement: wouldn't give us a straight answer, only hints and indirections.
3. Lack of direction; aimlessness.