Deflexion

Quick meaning: Deflexion is a noun meaning (chiefly British) Dated spelling of deflection.

Meaning

(chiefly British) Dated spelling of deflection.

Example Sentences

The deflexion of particles or of radiation by scattering processes through angles greater than 90° to the original direction of motion.

“Connexion” is the etymological (ie, “correct”) spelling. That is to say, our word is derived from an actual Latin noun, cf. deflexion, inflexion, and reflexion. […] And it might make life easier to abolish the letter “x”. But why should we cut off the fascinating roots of our words? I should carry on preferring “connexion”.

Word Forms

• deflexions

Synonyms for deflexion

Depending on context, synonyms include deviation, digression, deflection, diversion, refraction, bending.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include deflection, deviation, diversion, digression, bending, refraction.

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