diversion

Plural: diversions

Noun

• an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
  • "scuba diving is provided as a diversion for tourists"
• a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
  • "a diversion from the main highway"
• an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack
• A tactic used to draw attention away from the real threat or action.
• A hobby; an activity that distracts the mind.
• The act of diverting.
• Removal of water via a canal.
• A detour, such as during road construction.
• The rerouting of cargo or passengers to a new transshipment point or destination, or to a different mode of transportation before arrival at the ultimate destination.
• Officially halting or suspending a formal criminal or juvenile justice proceeding and referral of the accused person to a treatment or care program.

Synonyms

deflection, deflexion, deviation, digression, divagation, diversionary attack, recreation, feint, hobby

Related Words

distraction, diverse, diversity, divert, hobby, red herring