Definitions

1. noun

a route or path that is taken as a temporary alternative to the normal route, especially in order to avoid an obstruction or traffic congestion.

“The construction on the highway forced us to take a detour through the countryside.”

2. verb

to take a detour or route that is not the main or normal one.

“The driver detoured around the accident scene to avoid the traffic.”

3. verb

to cause or make something to take a detour or route that is not the main or normal one.

“The floodwaters detoured the river into a nearby valley.”

4. noun

a deviation or departure from the normal or expected course.

“The company’s new strategy was a detour from their original business plan.”