Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rout
noun / verb
/raʊt/
Definition
A disorderly retreat of troops from a battlefield.
Examples
- The army faced a rout after the unexpected attack from the enemy.
- The team’s rout in the last game left fans discouraged.
- During the historic battle, the soldiers were forced to rout in the face of overwhelming odds.
Meaning
The term describes a complete and utter defeat, often leading to chaos and confusion as the defeated party flees.
Synonyms
- defeat
- disaster
- retreat
- collapse
- rout out
