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deflection
noun(de-flec-tion)
the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position
Synonyms: deflexion,
deflection
noun(de-flec-tion)
the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
Synonyms: deflexion, refraction,
deflection
noun(de-flec-tion)
a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting
Synonyms: warp,
deflection
noun(de-flec-tion)
a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
Synonyms: deflexion, deviation, digression, divagation, diversion,
Examples:
A deflection from his goal.
deflection
noun(de-flec-tion)
the property of being bent or deflected
Synonyms: bending, deflexion,

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