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bypass

/ˈbaɪˌpæs/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does bypass mean?

noun, verb

A bypass is a road or route that avoids a town or city, or a medical procedure that avoids a particular part of the body. To bypass something means to avoid or go around it.

Example

"The new highway will bypass the town, saving drivers a 30-minute detour."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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