DIRECTOR - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

someone who controls resources and expenditures

Categories: Administrator, Decision maker

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

member of a board of directors

Categories: Committee member

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

someone who supervises the actors and directs the action in the production of a show

Categories: Supervisor

Synonyms

Conductor, Theatre director, Director, Film director, Theater director

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "director" comes from Latin directus, which was borrowed from Late Latin director, which was borrowed from Middle French directeur.

🧩 Fun Fact

Medieval scholars created new Latin words for modern concepts, keeping the language alive for centuries.