[noun] the amount by which a propagating wave is bent Synonyms:deflection, refraction
[noun] the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position Synonyms:deflection
[noun] the property of being bent or deflected Synonyms:deflection, bending
[noun] a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern); "a diversion from the main highway"; "a digression into irrelevant details"; "a deflection from his goal" Synonyms:diversion, deviation, digression, deflection, divagation
