definition of
deflection

[1] #1 deflection n. [warp] a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting. wn

[2] #2 deflection n. [deflexion, refraction] the amount by which a propagating wave is bent. wn

[3] #3 deflection n. [deflexion] the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position. wn

[4] #4 deflection n. [deflexion, bending] the property of being bent or deflected. wn

[5] #5 deflection n. [diversion, deviation, digression, deflexion, divagation] a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern); "a diversion from the main highway"; "a digression into irrelevant details"; "a deflection from his goal". wn