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detour

/ˈdiːtʊə/

/ˈdiˌtʊr/

detournoun

detours

/ˈdiːtʊə/

/ˈdiˌtʊr/

Translations

объезд

We had to take a detour because of the road construction.

Нам пришлось сделать объезд из-за дорожных работ.

Definitions

A deviation from a direct course or the usual procedure, often used to avoid something or to explore a different path.

The road was closed due to construction, so we had to take a detour through the countryside.

A temporary route used when the main route is closed or blocked.

The detour added an extra 20 minutes to our travel time.

Synonyms

alternative route

detourverb

detoured

Past Simple

detoured

Past Participle

detouring

Gerund

/ˈdiː.tʊə/

/ˈdiˌtʊr/

Translations

объезжать

We had to detour around the construction site.

Нам пришлось объезжать строительную площадку.

Definitions

To take a longer or less direct route in order to avoid something or to see something specific.

We had to detour around the construction site to reach the office.

To direct (traffic, a person, etc.) via an alternative route.

Police detoured drivers through side streets after the accident.

Synonyms

detouradjective

/ˈdiː.tʊə/

/ˈdiˌtʊr/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., detour sign, detour route).

Definitions

Relating to or intended for use with a detour.

Drivers followed the detour signs to avoid the closed bridge.