Associations to the word «Detour»

Wiktionary

DETOUR, noun. A diversion or deviation from one's original route.
DETOUR, verb. (intransitive) To make a detour.
DETOUR, verb. (transitive) To direct or send on a detour.

Dictionary definition

DETOUR, noun. A roundabout road (especially one that is used temporarily while a main route is blocked).
DETOUR, verb. Travel via a detour.

Wise words

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