diversion
playSimple Definition of diversion
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: the act of changing the direction or use of something : the act of diverting something
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: something that people do because it is enjoyable, entertaining, or pleasant
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: something that takes attention away from what is happening
Full Definition of diversion
Examples of diversion in a sentence
small diversions of river water for irrigation
Hiking is one of my favorite diversions.
Our town offers few diversions.
Sports provide him with a welcome diversion from the pressures of his job.
He created a diversion while his partner stole her pocketbook.
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First Known Use of diversion
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DIVERSION Defined for Kids
diversion
playDefinition of diversion for Students
1 : an act or instance of changing the direction or use of <diversion of the river>
2 : something that relaxes, distracts, or entertains <The city offers many diversions for visitors.>
Law Dictionary
diversion
playLegal Definition of diversion
: the act or an instance of diverting: as a : an unauthorized rerouting or appropriation <diversion of funds> b : suspension of the prosecution of a charge for a period of time during which the defendant participates in a rehabilitation program or makes restitution and after which the charges are dismissed if the rehabilitation or restitution is completed — compare probation
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