route
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B1
/ruːt/
pathway or direction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'route' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'rute,' where 'rute' meant 'road' or 'way.'
Historical Evolution
'rute' changed from the Old French word 'rute' and eventually became the modern English word 'route'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'road or way,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination.
The route to the city center is well-marked.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39