detour

(noun)

A diversion or deviation from one's original route.

Related Terms

  • transition

Examples of detour in the following topics:

  • The Role of Transitions

    • There are detours and forks in the road, but there are no more signs pointing you towards your destination.
    • However, your speech may take detours.
    • Transitions help your audience follow your presentation even when you take a detour.
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