Definition

An object that changes the direction of something, like a stream of fluid or particles, so that it moves away from its original path.

Example

The engineer designed a deflector to redirect the airflow around the aircraft wings.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a deflector in action?

Yeah, they’re pretty cool! They change the direction of things like water or light.

I read that they can be really useful in technology, too.

Absolutely! They're used in everything from cars to satellites.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deflector → It is formed from "de-" (meaning away) and "flectere" (meaning to bend). The word "deflector" refers to something that bends or directs something away from its original path.

Memory Tip

Think of something that bends or directs something 'away' — 'de-' means away, and 'flectere' means to bend.

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