deflexion
noun
1 deflexion
The amount by which a propagating wave is bent.
synonyms: deflection, refraction.
Dutch: refractie, straalbreking
2 deflexion
The movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position.
synonym: deflection.
Dutch: uitslag
3 deflexion
The property of being bent or deflected.
synonyms: bending, deflection.
Roget 245: curvature, curvity†, curvation†; incurvature†, incurvity†; incurvation†; bend; flexure, flexion, flection†; conflexure†; crook, hook, ... show more
4 deflexion
A turning aside (of your course or attention or concern).
synonyms: deflection, deviation, digression, divagation, diversion.
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