Diversion
n.-
The act of turning aside from any course, occupation, or object;
as, the diversion of a stream from its channel;diversion of the mind from business. -
That which diverts; that which turns or draws the mind from care or study, and thus relaxes and amuses; sport; play; pastime;
as, the .diversions of youth - (Mil.) The act of drawing the attention and force of an enemy from the point where the principal attack is to be made; the attack, alarm, or feint which diverts.
