diversion
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
plural
diversions
plural
diversions
Britannica Dictionary definition of DIVERSION
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formal
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the act of changing the direction or use of something
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the act of diverting something
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The bad weather forced the diversion of several flights. [=several flights had to land somewhere else because of bad weather]
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small diversions of river water for irrigation
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The officials were charged with illegal diversion of public funds. [=they were charged with using public money illegally for some improper purpose]
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formal
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something that people do because it is enjoyable, entertaining, or pleasant
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Hiking is one of my favorite diversions.
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Our town offers few diversions.
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Sports provide him with a welcome diversion from the pressures of his job.
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We're in need of some diversion. [=amusement, entertainment]
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something that takes attention away from what is happening
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He created a diversion while his partner stole her pocketbook.
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