Definition of Diversion
Diversion
di·ver·sion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
something that is meant to distract a person and take their attention away from something more important;
e.g. Their fight was a diversion to allow their partner to enter the building without people noticed.
(noun)
a pastime, some activity that brings amusement and helps to divert the mind from serious or tedious matters;
e.g. She took up knitting as a diversion on the long train ride.
(noun)
the action or instance of changing something's direction and turning away from its course;
e.g. The university is planning on the diversion of funds towards supporting research.
(noun)
(British) a temporary detour, an alternative road that traffic can use while the usual one is closed;
e.g. We will have to take a diversion to get there because our regular route is undergoing repairs.
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