DEFLECTING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

Example: block an attack

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

draw someone's attention away from something

Example: The thief distracted the bystanders; He deflected his competitors

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Verb

turn aside and away from an initial or intended course

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Verb

prevent the occurrence of

Example: prevent from happening; Let's avoid a confrontation; head off a confrontation; avert a strike