Meaning of the word detour in English
What does detour mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
detour
US /ˈdiː.tʊr/
UK /ˈdiː.tʊr/
Noun
1.
a long or roundabout way taken to avoid something or to visit somewhere along the way
Example:
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We had to take a detour because of the road construction.
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Let's make a quick detour to the beach before heading home.
Verb
1.
to go by a route that is not the shortest or most direct way
Example:
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We had to detour around the flooded road.
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The police advised drivers to detour due to the accident.
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