redirect

American  

[ree-di-rekt, -dahy-] / ˌri dɪˈrɛkt, -daɪ- /

verb (used with object)

1. to direct again.

2. to change the direction or focus of.

   He redirected the children's energies toward building a sand castle instead of throwing sand at each other.

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adjective

1. Law. pertaining to the examination of a witness by the party who called them, after cross-examination.

redirect British  

/ ˌriːdaɪ-, ˌriːdɪˈrɛkt /

verb

1. to direct (someone or something) to a different place or by a different route

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Other Word Forms

• redirection noun

Etymology

Origin of redirect

First recorded in 1835–45; re- + direct

Example Sentences

For outer home preparedness, use sandbags to divert or redirect moving water and storm debris from your property.

From Los Angeles Times

It warned of pressure on public services when resources are redirected to inquiries, which can last for years.

From BBC

Achieving consistent positive energy from fusion reactions is still remarkably complex, involving extreme heat and materials designed to tame and redirect volatile elements.

From Barron's

Achieving consistent positive energy from fusion reactions is still remarkably complex, involving extreme heat and materials designed to tame and redirect volatile elements.

From Barron's

Effective leadership redirects that attention outward toward customers, purpose and shared impact.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• change
• convert
• move
• return
• shift
• swing
• switch
• transform
• twist