di·ver·sion [dih-vur-zhuhn, -shuhn, dahy-] Show IPA
noun
1.
the act of diverting or turning aside, as from a course or purpose: a diversion of industry into the war effort.
2.
a channel made to divert the flow of water from one course to another or to direct the flow of water draining from a piece of ground.
3.
British . a detour on a highway or road.
4.
distraction from business, care, etc.; recreation; amusement; a pastime: Movies are his favorite diversion.
5.
Military . a feint intended to draw off attention from the point of main attack.
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