plaindirective
nounUK /pleɪn dɪˈrɛktɪv/
US /pleɪn dɪˈrɛktɪv/
A plain directive is a simple, clear instruction that tells you exactly what to do.
The teacher gave a plain directive: put your books away and line up.
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2. A statement in a computer program that gives a simple, direct command to the system.
The script began with a plaindirective to load the settings file.
3. An official rule stated in simple words with no extra explanation.
The sign was a plaindirective: no running by the pool.
4. A message that tells someone what to do without any hinting or suggestion.
Her note was a plaindirective to call before noon.