detour

Definitions

A long or roundabout route taken to avoid something or to visit somewhere along the way.

A temporary route used by traffic when the standard road is closed.

Examples

We had to take a long detour because the main highway was closed for construction.

The driver decided to make a quick detour to show us the beautiful coastal view.

Heavy traffic forced us to find a detour through the quiet residential streets.

Synonyms

diversion bypass deviation rerouting side road alternative route excursion

Antonyms

direct route straight path beeline shortcut main road direct course shortest path