dogleg

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it: A configuration of stairs where a flight ascends to a half-landing before turning 180 degrees and continuing upwards.
2. 2
   Something (such as a canyon or road) with a sharp bend or turn in it: A sharp bend in the fairway before reaching a hole.
3. 3
   A single intersection consisting of two opposing T-junctions in close proximity; an intersection with a staggered cross street.

Verb

1. 1
   To bend in the shape of the hind leg of a dog, especially to turn and then turn back sharply to the original direction.