shunpiker

/ˈʃʌnpɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who deliberately avoids or takes an indirect route to avoid traffic congestion or other obstacles.

“As a regular commuter, John was known as a shunpiker, always trying to find the least congested roads to work.”

Synonyms

  • circumnavigator
  • detourist

Antonyms

  • director
  • straight shooter