Definitions

1. noun

A digression or aside from the main subject, often in a literary or academic work.

“The professor’s excursus on the history of the book’s publication was a welcome break from the dense analysis.”

2. noun

A short excursion or trip, especially one made for pleasure or recreation.

“The family took an excursus to the nearby beach on their summer vacation.”

3. verb

To make an excursion or digression, often in a literary or academic work.

“The author excursed into a lengthy discussion about the historical context.”