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Definition of Diversion
1. Noun. An activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates. "Drug abuse is often regarded as a form of recreation"
Generic synonyms: Activity
Specialized synonyms: Antic, Caper, Joke, Prank, Put-on, Trick, Bathing, Celebration, Festivity, Dance, Dancing, Saltation, Terpsichore, Amusement, Entertainment, Escapade, Lark, Escape, Escapism, Eurhythmics, Eurhythmy, Eurythmics, Eurythmy, Fun, Merriment, Playfulness, Gambling, Gaming, Play, Game, Jest, Jocularity, Joke, Night Life, Nightlife, Interest, Pastime, Pursuit, Child's Play, Play, Caper, Frolic, Gambol, Play, Romp, Athletics, Sport
Derivative terms: Divert, Recreate, Recreational
2. Noun. A turning aside (of your course or attention or concern). "A deflection from his goal"
Generic synonyms: Turn, Turning
Specialized synonyms: Red Herring
Derivative terms: Deflect, Deflect, Deflect, Deflect, Deviate, Deviate, Digress, Divagate, Diversionary, Diversionist, Divert
3. Noun. An attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack.
Specialized synonyms: Diversionary Landing
Generic synonyms: Attack, Onrush, Onset, Onslaught
Definition of Diversion
1. n. The act of turning aside from any course, occupation, or object; as, the diversion of a stream from its channel; diversion of the mind from business.
Definition of Diversion
1. Noun. (military) A tactic used to draw attention away from the real threat or action. ¹
2. Noun. A hobby; an activity that distracts the mind. ¹
3. Noun. The act of diverting. ¹
4. Noun. Removal of water via a canal. ¹
5. Noun. (transport) A detour, such as during road construction ¹
6. Noun. (context: transport) The rerouting of cargo or passengers to a new transshipment point or destination, or to a different mode of transportation before arrival at the ultimate destination'''US FM 55-15 '' TRANSPORTATION REFERENCE DATA; 9 June 1886'''''. ¹
7. Noun. (legal) Officially halting or suspending a formal criminal or juvenile justice proceeding and referral of the accused person to a treatment or care program. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Diversion
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