1. a book or list containing names, addresses, and other contact information
2. a file or folder that contains other files or folders in a computer system
Usage: computing
3. a board of directors or group of people who manage an organization
Usage: formal

Examples

• I looked up her number in the phone directory.
• The company directory lists all employee contact information.
• Save the file in the documents directory on your computer.
• Create a new directory for your photos.
• The university directory includes faculty and staff listings.
• Navigate to the correct directory before running the program.
• The hospital directory helped me find the right department.