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Directions defined for ships
Definitions
1
noun
The
instructions
or
guidance
given
to
a
ship's
crew
regarding
the
course
or
route
to
follow
during
a
voyage
.
The
captain
gave
clear
directions
to
the
crew
to
navigate
through
the
storm
.
Before
setting
sail
,
the
navigator
plotted
the
directions
for
the
ship's
journey
.
The
directions
for
the
ship
included
avoiding
certain
areas
known
for
piracy
.
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Originally meant
Instructions or guidance for navigation
Background
The concept of giving directions to ships has been essential since ancient times, as navigation was crucial for trade and exploration. Directions would often be based on stars, landmarks, and later, maps and compasses.