Direct
Example: Le vol direct vers Paris dure environ deux heures.
Definition
"Direct" refers to a flight or route that goes straight to the destination without any stops or layovers. For example, a 'direct flight to Paris' means the plane travels from the departure city to Paris without intermediate landings.
Etymology
The word "direct" comes from the Latin 'directus,' meaning 'straight' or 'guided in a straight line.' It entered French and English through Old French, carrying the idea of going straight toward a goal without deviation. Did you know? The root 'rect' in 'direct' is also found in words like 'rectangle' and 'correct,' all connected to the idea of straightness or rightness.
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"Direct" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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