Route to Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To send something or someone to a specific place or person using a particular path or method. Often used with emails, calls, or delivery of goods, meaning to direct or forward to an intended destination.
Usage & Nuances
Common in business, tech, and logistics contexts, especially with emails ('route to the correct department'), phone calls, or delivery services. More formal and technical than 'send'. Often passive: 'Your call will be routed to...'. Avoid using for informal tasks; use 'send' or 'forward' instead.
Example Sentences
Please route to the main office.
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All calls will be routed to customer service after 6 p.m.
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Your request was routed to the manager for approval.
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Can you route this to accounting for me?
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I accidentally routed the email to the wrong team.
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The package was routed to your house by mistake, but I can drop it off later.
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