1. An unplanned or unanticipated journey, course of events, or sequence of actions
The detour created an unexpected route through the countryside.
O desvio criou um percurso imprevisto pela zona rural.
2. A figurative deviation from planned circumstances or anticipated outcomes
His career took an unforeseen path when he decided to change professions.
Sua carreira seguiu um percurso imprevisto quando decidiu mudar de profissão.