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rout·er ¹  (routr)

n.

One that routs, especially a machine tool that mills out the surface of metal or wood.

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rout·er ²  (rtr, rou-)

n.

1. One that routes, especially one who prepares shipments for distribution and delivery.

2. (routr) Computer Science

a. A device in a network that handles message transfers between computers.

b. See gateway.

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router

Noun

Computers a device that allows data to be moved efficiently between two points on a network

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router  (routr)

A device in a network that handles message transfers between computers. A router receives information and forwards it based on what the router determines to be the most efficient route at the time of transfer.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	router - a worker who routes shipments for distribution and delivery skilled worker, skilled workman, trained worker - a worker who has acquired special skills
	2.	router - (computer science) a device that forwards data packets between computer networks device - an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water" computer science, computing - the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures
	3.	router - a power tool with a shaped cutter; used in carpentry for cutting grooves power tool - a tool driven by a motor