CEFR B1

router

noun

Meaning

An electronic device that connects a local network (like your home Wi-Fi) to the internet, directing data traffic between them.

Examples

Make sure the router is plugged in and turned on.
You can usually find the Wi-Fi password printed on a sticker on the side of the router.

Synonyms: modem, access point

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router (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈruːtər/

Definition

An electronic device that connects a local network (like your home Wi-Fi) to the internet, directing data traffic between them.

Examples

Make sure the router is plugged in and turned on.
You can usually find the Wi-Fi password printed on a sticker on the side of the router.
If your internet is slow, try restarting your router.

How to Use router

router for Wi-Fi (collocation): Used to specify the purpose of the router. — "This router is specifically designed for Wi-Fi connectivity."
wireless router (collocation): A router that provides wireless network access. — "We bought a new wireless router for better coverage."

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