1. To turn to something as a last resort: This implies that something is being used as a final option, often because other options have failed.
* Example: "After all other attempts failed, they resorted to violence."
2. To go to a place for rest or recreation: This meaning is often used in the context of vacationing or seeking relaxation.
* Example: "They resorted to the beach for a relaxing weekend."
3. To go back to something: This meaning implies a return to a previous state or action.
* Example: "The company resorted to its old advertising methods."
It's important to consider the context of the sentence to determine the specific meaning of "resorted".