detour
|de-tour|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈdiːtʊr/
🇬🇧
/ˈdiːtʊə/
alternative route
Etymology
Etymology Information
'detour' originates from French, specifically the word 'détour', where 'dé-' meant 'away' and 'tour' meant 'turn'.
Historical Evolution
'détour' transformed into the English word 'detour' and has been used in this form since the 18th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a turning away from the direct course', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a route that is different from the usual one, often used when the usual route is blocked or closed.
We had to take a detour because the main road was closed.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45