Detour (Noun)
Meaning
A roundabout road (especially one that is used temporarily while a main route is blocked).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The construction on Main Street forced drivers to take a detour through the side streets to get to the highway.
- The detour added an extra 20 minutes to our commute due to the heavy traffic on the alternative route.
- The GPS led us on a detour through the countryside, which turned out to be a scenic and enjoyable drive.
- The detour signs were poorly marked, causing many drivers to get lost on the way to the festival.
- The city set up a detour around the flooded area, allowing traffic to flow smoothly despite the road closure.