Definition

To move or divert something from its original path or direction, often used in the context of electrical circuits or physical movement.

Example

The train had to shunt to a different track to avoid the blockage ahead.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the train had to shunt to the side at the station?

Yeah, it was a bit surprising to watch!

I wonder why they needed to shunt it like that instead of just going straight.

Maybe there was another train coming on the same track.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A device or method used to divert or redirect something, such as electricity or blood flow, from one path to another.

Example

The doctor explained that they would need to create a shunt to improve blood circulation.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new shunt they installed at the hospital?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It's supposed to help with blood flow in patients much better than before.

Definition

To move or divert something from one place to another, often used in contexts like electricity, medicine, or transportation.

Example

The doctor decided to shunt the fluid to a different part of the body during the surgery.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they had to shunt the traffic around the accident yesterday?

Yeah, it was a mess! I took a different route to avoid it.

I always wonder how they decide where to shunt the cars.

Root Explanation

Shunt originates from the Old English 'scunian', meaning to avoid or to evade. The word describes the act of diverting or moving something away from its original path.

Memory Tip

Think of the idea of 'avoiding' or 'diverting' something — that's why shunt means to move something away from its original course.

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