noun (n)

• the amount by which a propagating wave is bent(noun.event)

  Synonym:
  deflection, refraction
  

  source: wordnet30
• the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position(noun.event)

  Synonym:
  deflection
  

  source: wordnet30
• the property of being bent or deflected(noun.attribute)

  Synonym:
  bending, deflection
  

  source: wordnet30
• a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)(noun.act)

  Synonym:
  deflection, deviation, digression, divagation, diversion
  

  source: wordnet30
• See Deflection.(noun)

  source: webster1913