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anycast

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A network addressing and routing scheme whereby data is routed to the nearest or best destination as viewed by the routing topology.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, networking, physical-sciences, sciences

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History

Etymology

From any + -cast, from broadcast. Compare unicast, multicast.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: jokulähetys — scheme whereby data is routed to the nearest or best destination
  • Portuguese: anycast — scheme whereby data is routed to the nearest or best destination