ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Diverter

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Diverter is a noun meaning A person or thing that diverts.

Meaning

A person or thing that diverts.

More Meanings

  1. A valve used to change the flow of fluid through a system of pipes.
  2. (telecommunications) A device for forwarding calls to another telephone line.
  3. (game theory) One who uses diversionary tactics.

Example Sentences

The diverter clearly gains from a successful diversion but pays a heavy price if caught.
The game theory also requires a precise statement of all the conceivable moves the diverter might make and counter-moves available to the defender.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include divertor, diverger, divertee, distractor, redirector, swerver.

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