What does ROUTE mean?

Route 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

2. Definitions

• Noun: a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination.
• Verb: to plan and direct the route or course of a journey.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

• US: /ruːt/ (root)
• UK: /raʊt/ (raut)

4. Origin and Usage

The word "route" comes from the Old French word "rute," meaning "way, path, or course." It was first used in English in the 13th century. The noun form refers to a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination, while the verb form refers to planning and directing the course of a journey. The word is commonly used in transportation, navigation, and travel contexts.

5. Synonyms

• Path
• Course
• Direction
• Itinerary
• Track

6. Related Words

• Route
• Outer
• Tutor
• Crout
• Rouen

7. Example Sentences

• The shortest route to the beach is through the park.
• The airline had to reroute the flight due to bad weather.