deflection
/dəˈflɛkʃən/
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Description
deflection
change in an object's velocity as a consequence of collision with a surface
deflection
technique used for effectively propelling a projectile at a moving target
deflection
chess tactic that forces an opposing piece to leave the square, rank or file it occupies, thus exposing the king or a valuable piece
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