Definition of "dirigent" in English

noun

1. (now chiefly biochemistry) Something that or someone who directs; a director or guide.

2. (dated, geometry) The line of motion of a describent line or surface that in so moving defines a plane or solid figure; a directrix.

adjective

1. That directs.

   • 17thC, Richard Baxter, The Life of Faith, 1838, The Practical Works of Richard Baxter, Volume 3, page 690, 6. God must then be known in his three personalities; as the Father, the Word or Son, and the Spirit. 7. And these in their three causalities; efficient, dirigent, and final.
   • 17thC, Richard Baxter, Mr. Baxter's Dying Thoughts, 1838, The Practical Works of Richard Baxter, Volume 3, page 1012, V. I shall better know the methods and perfections of the Scripture, and all God's dirigent word and will.