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DEFLEXION

Definition:

1. [noun] the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
   Synonyms: deflection, refraction
   
   
2. [noun] the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position
   Synonyms: deflection
   
   
3. [noun] the property of being bent or deflected
   Synonyms: deflection, bending
   
   
4. [noun] a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern); "a diversion from the main highway"; "a digression into irrelevant details"; "a deflection from his goal"
   Synonyms: diversion, deviation, digression, deflection, divagation
   
   

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Related Words:

• windage, wind deflection
• refractivity, refractiveness
• red herring

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