Definition & Meaning of "detour"

Detour

a temporary route used to bypass a closed or blocked section of road

to detour

to take or lead on a roundabout way, especially when a more direct route is unavailable or blocked

Example

They planned a detour around the flooded road.

They took a detour due to road construction.

The detour added extra time to their journey.

He encountered delays on the detour route.

She followed the detour signs to avoid the accident.

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