Question

indirect definitions are subject to individual interpretation.

Answer 1

Kesha or Eric -- please use the same name for your posts.

How does your book define direct and indirect definitions?

Answer 2

Indirect meanings are those meanings that we believe and assume to be true without looking them up in a dictionary. Sometimes these can even be true. Direct meanings are those that are proven to be true and factual. We can find those definitions in a dictionary or text books.

Answer 3

Thanks. I couldn't find these definitions online.

Your answer is correct. That statement is true.