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Meaning of the word deflection in English

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deflection

US /dɪˈflek.ʃən/
UK /dɪˈflek.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the action or process of deflecting or being deflected.

Example:
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The deflection of the ball off the post saved the goal.
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Engineers studied the deflection of the bridge under heavy load.
Synonym:
deviationdiversionbendingdistortionrefraction
2.

a change of direction or course.

Example:
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The pilot made a slight deflection to avoid the storm.
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His sudden deflection from the topic surprised everyone.
Synonym:
deviationdiversionswerveturnveer
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