1. (n.) A pastime or the act of turning aside from any course or occupation; as, the diversion of the mind from business\.

2. (n.) 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.

3. (n.) 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.

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