Redirected: meaning, definitions and examples

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redirected

 

[ rɪˈdɪrɛktɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

internet

To direct someone or something to a different place or address, typically a website.

Synonyms

forward, reroute, send elsewhere.

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Word Description / Examples
redirected

Use this term in formal or technical settings, especially when referring to digital communications, websites, or call handling. It has a neutral tone.

  • The website redirected me to a login page.
  • My call was redirected to the customer service department.
reroute

Typically used in travel or logistics contexts to describe changing the path or direction of something, such as vehicles or packages. It doesn't carry a negative connotation.

  • Due to road construction, we had to reroute the delivery truck.
  • Flights were rerouted due to bad weather.
send elsewhere

Used in casual or everyday language, often when explaining that something or someone is being directed to a different location. It has a slightly less formal tone.

  • If she comes looking for me, send her elsewhere.
  • They decided to send the package elsewhere because the office was closed.
forward

Commonly used in modern communication, particularly for emails and messages. It's suitable for both formal and informal situations.

  • Can you forward me the email with the meeting details?
  • I will forward your message to the relevant team.

Examples of usage

  • I was redirected to the homepage after entering the wrong URL.
  • After clicking the link, I was redirected to a different page.
  • The website automatically redirects users to the mobile version.
  • Users can be redirected to a different page based on their location.
  • Make sure to set up the proper redirects for a seamless user experience.

Translations

Translations of the word "redirected" in other languages:

🇵🇹 redirecionado

🇮🇳 पुनर्निर्देशित

🇩🇪 weitergeleitet

🇮🇩 dialihkan

🇺🇦 перенаправлений

🇵🇱 przekierowany

🇯🇵 リダイレクトされた (ridairekuto sa reta)

🇫🇷 redirigé

🇪🇸 redirigido

🇹🇷 yönlendirilmiş

🇰🇷 리디렉션된 (ridireksyeon doen)

🇸🇦 تم إعادة توجيهه

🇨🇿 přesměrován

🇸🇰 presmerovaný

🇨🇳 重定向 (chóngdìngxiàng)

🇸🇮 preusmerjen

🇮🇸 áframsendi

🇰🇿 қайта бағытталған

🇬🇪 გადამისამართებული

🇦🇿 yönləndirilmiş

🇲🇽 redirigido

Etymology

The word 'redirected' originated from the combination of 're-' meaning back or again, and 'direct' meaning to send something in a particular direction. It gained popularity with the rise of the internet and the need to direct users to different web pages or addresses. The concept of redirection is essential in web development and online navigation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,886, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.