Meaning of the word "make a detour" in English
What does "make a detour" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
make a detour
US /meɪk ə ˈdiːtʊər/
UK /meɪk ə ˈdiːtʊə/
Phrase
to take a longer or indirect route than the usual one, especially in order to avoid something or to visit somewhere
Example:
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We had to make a detour because of the road construction.
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Let's make a detour to visit the old castle.