di·vert
[dih-vurt, dahy-]
verb (used with object)
1. to turn aside or from a path or course; deflect.
2. British . to route (traffic) on a detour.
3. to draw off to a different course, purpose, etc.
4. to distract from serious occupation; entertain or amuse.
verb (used without object)
5. to turn aside; veer: It is sad to see so much talent divert to trivial occupations.
1. to turn aside or from a path or course; deflect.
2. British . to route (traffic) on a detour.
3. to draw off to a different course, purpose, etc.
4. to distract from serious occupation; entertain or amuse.
verb (used without object)
5. to turn aside; veer: It is sad to see so much talent divert to trivial occupations.