Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
roundabout way
phrase
ˈraʊndəˌbaʊt weɪ
Definition
A method or route that is not straightforward and involves a circuitous or indirect approach.
Examples
- Instead of taking the highway, we took a roundabout way through the countryside to enjoy the scenery.
- He explained his point in a roundabout way, making it hard for others to understand his true meaning.
- To avoid the traffic jam, they opted for a roundabout way home.
Meaning
It refers to doing something in a manner that is not direct, often taking longer or involving unnecessary steps to reach a goal.
Synonyms
- indirect route
- circuitous path
- oblique approach
