deflection

🇺🇸 /dɪˈflekʃn/ 🇬🇧 /dɪˈflekʃn/
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noun
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A change in the path or direction of something, often caused by an obstacle.

The soccer player scored a goal with a deflection off the goalie's hand.

translation

n. A change in the path or direction of something, often caused by an obstacle.

Word Forms

Plural deflections