1. A path or route that does not go straight to the destination; a circuitous way
We took an indirect course through the countryside instead of the highway.
Pegamos um curso indireto pela zona rural em vez da autoestrada.
2. In navigation or sailing, a course that requires more time or distance to reach a destination
The ship followed an indirect course to avoid the storm.
O navio seguiu um curso indireto para evitar a tempestade.
3. A method or approach that is not straightforward or direct in achieving a goal
He took an indirect course to convince her by using subtle suggestions.
Ele adotou um curso indireto para convencê-la usando sugestões sutis.