rerouting (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /riːˈraʊtɪŋ/

Definition

The act of changing the path or direction of something, especially traffic or a journey, to avoid a problem or find a more efficient route.

Examples

• The construction project caused significant rerouting of local bus services.

• We experienced a rerouting due to unexpected road closures.

• The airline announced a rerouting of flights to a different airport because of the storm.

How to Use rerouting

rerouting of (prepositional phrase)

The act of changing the path or direction of something. — "The rerouting of the river was necessary for the dam construction."

rerouting through (prepositional phrase)

Directing something along a specific alternative path. — "The GPS suggested rerouting through a less congested area."

Synonyms of rerouting

Words with a similar meaning to rerouting:

• detour
• diversion
• rechanneling

Antonyms of rerouting

Words with the opposite meaning to rerouting:

• original route
• direct path

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