directional
adjective
di·rec·tion·al
də-ˈrek-sh(ə-)nəl 
1
: of, relating to, or indicating direction in space:
a
: suitable for detecting the direction from which radio signals come or for sending out radio signals in one direction only
a directional antenna
b
: operating most effectively in a particular direction
a directional microphone
2
: relating to direction or guidance especially of thought or effort
Examples of directional in a Sentence
We work with maps to improve the students' directional skills.
the directional signal lights on an automobile
The radio has a directional antenna.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Jan. 2025
Overnight directional closures of I-270 and I-70 for bridge work
Interstate 270/U.S. 23 Interchange Improvements
Description: Reconfigure the I-270/U.S. 23 interchange on the south side of Columbus.
—Jason Rossi, The Enquirer, 1 Jan. 2025
The face buttons feel a little more substantial, while the directional pad was fully revamped for more precision.
—Matthew Buzzi, PCMAG, 2 Nov. 2024
That’s solid battery life given the Ear Open feature the largest 14.2-millimeter drivers Nothing has included in its earbuds to date, but with a directional design to help minimize sound leakage.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 24 Sep. 2024
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“Directional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/directional. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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directional
adjective
di·rec·tion·al
də-ˈrek-sh(ə-)nəl
dī-
1
: relating to or indicating direction
directional signal lights on an automobile
2
: relating to direction or guidance especially of thought or effort
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