Direct/dəˈrekt/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3No Detours Used when the route does not involve stops or deviations from a path. The courier offered a direct route for faster delivery. Pro Tip 2/3Efficiency Highlights the most efficient choice in terms of time or simplicity. Choosing a direct path can save you time. Pro Tip 3/3Implication of Speed Often implies a faster or quicker option due to lack of interruptions. We need a direct route to outpace the competition.