directionbox
nounUK /dəˈrɛkʃən bɒks/
US /dəˈrɛkʃən bɑːks/
A directionbox is a small box that shows you which way to go.
We looked at the directionbox to find the way to the park.
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2. A software panel that displays navigation controls.
Click the arrows in the directionbox to move through the slides.
3. A container holding written instructions for travelers.
The hotel gave us a directionbox with maps and bus routes.
4. A device that indicates the orientation of a machine part.
The engineer checked the directionbox to confirm the motor was aligned.