Deflection
/dɪˈflɛkʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The act of deflecting or something deflected.
Sentence Examples
The general theory of relativity predicted the deflection of starlight by the Sun.
The calculated deflection at the end of the beam is 2 cm.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The general theory of relativity predicted the ____ of starlight by the Sun.