River diversion definition

Learner's concept of DIVERSION

formal : the work of changing the path or use of one thing : the work of diverting something

[count]

• The inclement weather pushed the diversion of a number of flights. [=several routes needed to land someplace else due to inclement weather]
• small diversions of river water for irrigation

[noncount]

• The officials were charged with unlawful diversion of general public funds. [=they were charged with using public cash illegally for many improper purpose]

2 formal : a thing that individuals do because it is enjoyable, entertaining, or pleasant

• Hiking is one of my personal favorite diversions.
• Our town provides few diversions.
• Recreations offer him with a welcome diversion through the pressures of his task.

• We are in need of some diversion. [=amusement, activity]

3 [count] : something which takes interest from what's happening

• He produced a diversion while their partner stole her pocketbook.

[count] British : 1detour 2