: one that routes
especially
: a device that mediates the transmission routes of data packets over an electronic communications network (such as the Internet)
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ArsTechnica, 14 July 2025
This device is especially solid for fixing dead zones in rooms near your main router.
—PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
Ikea’s raft of new Matter-over-Thread devices will, of course, also work with any other Matter Controller with Thread border router functionality, such as an Apple TV box, an Amazon Echo smart speaker or dedicated hub from the likes of Homey or SmartThings.
—Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
This guide explains router types, setup basics and how to select the best router for your internet connection.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 4 July 2025
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Noun
Prime-One provides a modem and the ONT, plus a Wi-Fi router if the customer prefers not to use their own router.
—ArsTechnica, 14 July 2025
This device is especially solid for fixing dead zones in rooms near your main router.
—PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
Ikea’s raft of new Matter-over-Thread devices will, of course, also work with any other Matter Controller with Thread border router functionality, such as an Apple TV box, an Amazon Echo smart speaker or dedicated hub from the likes of Homey or SmartThings.
—Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
This guide explains router types, setup basics and how to select the best router for your internet connection.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 4 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for router
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“Router.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/router. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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