Directive

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Definition: Directive


Directive

Quick Summary of Directive


A document issued by the European Union requiring all Member States to adapt their national law to be consistent with the Directive.




What is the dictionary definition of Directive?

Dictionary Definition


  1. An instruction or guideline that indicates how to perform an action or reach a goal.
  2. An authoritative decision from an official body, which may or may not have binding force.
  3. European Union law A form of legislative act addressed to the Member States. The directive binds the Member State to reach certain objectives in their national legislation.

Synonyms For Directive


order, regulation, rule, mandate, decree


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Directive are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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