diversion.
A tactic used to draw attention away from the real threat or action.
Meaning & usage
A tactic used to draw attention away from the real threat or action.
A hobby; an activity that distracts the mind.
The act of diverting.
Removal of water via a canal.
A detour, such as during road construction.
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.
Officially halting or suspending a formal criminal or juvenile justice proceeding and referral of the accused person to a treatment or care program.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English diversion, dyversioun, from Medieval Latin diversiō, from Latin divertō (“to divert”); see divert.
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