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diversion

UK
/daɪˈvɜːʃən/
US
/daɪˈvɜrʒən/

Translations

diversionnoun
diversions
pl
UK
/daɪˈvɜːʃən/
US
/daɪˈvɜrʒən/
The road was closed, so we had to take a diversion.
Дорога была закрыта, поэтому нам пришлось сделать обход.
The loud noise was just a diversion to distract the guards.
Громкий шум был просто отвлечением, чтобы отвлечь охранников.
Reading is a great diversion during long flights.
Чтение - отличное развлечение во время долгих перелетов.
Additional translations
отклонение
маневр
Synonyms
change
variation
redirection
distraction
detour
diversionary tactic
amusement
entertainment
diversionadjective
UK
/daɪˈvɜːʃən/
US
/daɪˈvɜrʒən/
Attributive use before nouns (e.g., "diversion route"); generally non-gradable.
Synonyms
diverting
diversionary
distracting
entertaining
amusing
recreational
pastime-like
engaging

Definitions

diversionnoun
An activity that diverts the mind from tedious or serious concerns; a recreation or pastime.
Reading is a pleasant diversion from the stresses of daily life.
An instance of turning something aside from its course; the act of diverting.
A diversion was put in place to guide vehicles around the collapsed bridge.
A tactic used to draw attention away from the main issue or target.
The magician used a diversion to distract the audience while he performed the trick.
A temporary route used when the usual road is closed; a detour.
Follow the diversion signs to rejoin the motorway.
diversionadjective
Relating to or providing a diversion, especially for traffic.
Diversion signs directed drivers onto the bypass road.
Intended to distract or entertain.
The hospital organized diversion activities for the children.
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