Deflection
English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word Deflection
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1 n.
The act of turning aside, or state of being turned aside; a turning from a right line or proper course; a bending, esp. downward; deviation.
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2 n.
The deviation of a shot or ball from its true course.
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3 n.
A deviation of the rays of light toward the surface of an opaque body; inflection; diffraction.
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4 n.
The bending which a beam or girder undergoes from its own weight or by reason of a load.
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5 n.
The act of turning aside, or state of being turned aside; a turning from a right line or proper course; a bending, esp. downward; deviation.
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6 n.
The deviation of a shot or ball from its true course.
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7 n.
A deviation of the rays of light toward the surface of an opaque body; inflection; diffraction.
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8 n.
The bending which a beam or girder undergoes from its own weight or by reason of a load.