Meaning of ルート in Japanese

With Windows OS systems 'administrator account' corresponds to 'root'.

The party, therefore, had to take another route.

If a fire should break out, I would make off with my flute.

The papers found lots of monkey business when they investigated the Recruit scandal.

Bob plays not only the guitar but also the flute.

I plan to play a flute solo.

So far we have had no news as to which route the expedition has taken.

After weighing all these considerations, the promoters will present their scheme in the form of a private bill; however, they might find themselves forced to alter the route in order to meet criticisms in Parliament.

That politician has come down in the world since the so-called "Recruit scandal" was publicized.

Whichever route you take, you will get there in time.