Also means
to steer, to direct
Usage Note
Diriger means to run or head an organisation, to conduct an orchestra, or to steer a vehicle or conversation. The noun directeur/directrice (director, manager) shares the root. Se diriger vers means to head toward a place, and is a useful phrase for directions and movement.
Examples
"Elle dirige une grande entreprise."
Natural Translation
She manages a large company.

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