diverted; diverting; diverts
Definition of divert
: to turn aside : deviate
studied law but diverted to diplomacy
1a
: to turn from one course or use to another : deflect
divert traffic to a side street diverting funds to other projects
b
: distract
trying to divert her attention
2
: to give pleasure to especially by distracting the attention from what burdens or distresses
children diverting themselves with their toys
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The first known use of divert was in the 15th century
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