Meaning ofdeflectin English

Verb

1. to change direction or path; alter course
   The pilot had to deflect the plane to avoid turbulence.
2. to divert attention or criticism; evade issues
   The politician tried to deflect questions about her past mistakes.
3. to shift something off course; redirect motion
   The air traffic controller had to deflect the aircraft to a different runway.
4. to avoid or sidestep questions; divert focus
   The spokesperson tried to deflect criticism by changing the subject.