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Routed - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Routed means to send something along a specific path or direction, often used in transportation or networking. It can also mean to defeat someone decisively in a competition or battle.

routed

/ˈraʊtɪd/ /ˈruːtɪd/

Definition:

Defeated decisively, forced to retreat, or directed along a specific path.

Synonyms:

defeated, beaten, conquered, directed, channeled

Part of Speech:

verb, adjective

Antonyms:

victorious, triumphant

Common Collocations:

routed army, routed traffic, routed through, completely routed

Derivatives:

router, routing

Usage Tips:

Use "routed" for describing defeat in battle or directing something along a path; avoid confusion with "rooted."

Common Phrases:

routed out of town, routed the competition, got routed in the game

Etymology:

From Old French "ruter," meaning to force out or disperse; related to "route."

Examples:

  • 1. The enemy was quickly routed in the battle.
  • 2. The package was routed through New York before delivery.
  • 3. Their team got routed in the championship match.
  • 4. Traffic was efficiently routed around the accident site.

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