01 n. The act of turning aside from any course, occupation, or object; as, the diversion of a stream from its channel; diversion of the mind from…
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The act of turning aside from any course, occupation, or object; as, the diversion of a stream from its channel; diversion of the mind from business.
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That which diverts; that which turns or draws the mind from care or study, and thus relaxes and amuses; sport; play; pastime; as, the diversions of youth.“Such productions of wit and humor as expose vice and folly, furnish useful diversion to readers.” — Addison.
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The act of drawing the attention and force of an enemy from the point where the principal attack is to be made; the attack, alarm, or feint which diverts.(Mil.)
Syn.
Amusement; entertainment; pastime; recreation; sport; game; play; solace; merriment.