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routing

Pronunciation: [ˈraʊtɪŋ]

Word

Context: "networking"

(noun) the process of determining the best path for data to travel over a network. It is like giving directions to data so it can reach its destination efficiently.

Example

The routing of the internet traffic helps information get to the right place quickly.

Example

Poor routing can cause slow internet connections and data loss.

Example

How does routing impact the speed of our internet?

Context: "transportation"

(verb) to plan or direct a course for something to travel. It’s like telling a delivery truck the best roads to take to reach a customer's house.

Example

The manager is routing the deliveries to ensure they arrive on time.

Example

He isn't routing the packages correctly, which is causing delays.

Example

How are you routing the trucks for today's deliveries?

Context: "games"

(noun) the path taken by a player or piece in a game or a simulation; it shows how the player moves through challenges or levels.

Example

Her routing in the game helped her avoid obstacles and reach the finish line first.

Example

His routing through the maze was ineffective, and he got stuck.

Example

What routing did you use to get through that challenging level?

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