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detour

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Noun

  1. A diversion or deviation from one's original route.
  2. An temporary alternative route available to motorists away from the usual route due to a closure for repairs, dealing with an accident, or some event rendering the usual route unusable.

Verb

  1. To make a detour.
  2. To direct or send on a detour.

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