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Meaning of indirection in English
Pronunciation
/ˌɪndəˈrɛkʃən/
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Noun
indirection
Etymology
late 16th century: from indirect, on the pattern of direction
Definitions
1.
indirect procedure or action
Examples
« he tried to find out by indirection »
2.
deceitful action that is not straightforward
Examples
« he could see through the indirections of diplomats »