Main Entry: di·ver·sion

Pronunciation: \də-ˈvər-zhən, dī-, -shən\

Function: noun

Date: 1600

1 : the act or an instance of diverting from a course, activity, or use : deviation <bad weather forced the diversion of several flights>
2 : something that diverts or amuses : pastime
3 : an attack or feint that draws the attention and force of an enemy from the point of the principal operation
4 British : a temporary traffic detour