Definition of diversion

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Diversion (n.) The act of turning aside from any course, occupation, or object; as, the diversion of a stream from its channel; diversion of the mind from business..

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Pleasure :: Pleasure (n.) Amusement; sport; diversion; self-indulgence; frivolous or dissipating enjoyment; hence, sensual gratification; -- opposed to labor, service, duty, self-denial, etc..
Amusement :: Amusement (n.) The state of being amused; pleasurable excitement; that which amuses; diversion.
Playday :: Playday (n.) A day given to play or diversion; a holiday.
Masquerade :: Masquerade (n.) An assembly of persons wearing masks, and amusing themselves with dancing, conversation, or other diversions..
Mummer :: Mummer (n.) One who mumms, or makes diversion in disguise; a masker; a buffon..
Game :: Game (n.) To play at any sport or diversion.
Gymnastical :: Gymnastical (a.) Pertaining to athletic exercises intended for health, defense, or diversion; -- said of games or exercises, as running, leaping, wrestling, throwing the discus, the javelin, etc.; also, pertaining to disciplinary exercises for the intellect; athletic; as, gymnastic exercises, contests, etc..
Disportment :: Disportment (n.) Act of disporting; diversion; play.
Distraction :: Distraction (n.) That which diverts attention; a diversion.
Playtime :: Playtime (n.) Time for play or diversion.
Divertisement :: Divertisement (n.) Diversion; amusement; recreation.
Mask :: Mask (n.) A festive entertainment of dancing or other diversions, where all wear masks; a masquerade; hence, a revel; a frolic; a delusive show..
Disport :: Disport (v. i.) Play; sport; pastime; diversion; playfulness.
Relaxation :: Relaxation (n.) Remission from attention and effort; indulgence in recreation, diversion, or amusement..
Avocation :: Avocation (n.) A calling away; a diversion.
Wile :: Wile (v. t.) To draw or turn away, as by diversion; to while or while away; to cause to pass pleasantly..
Diversion :: Diversion (n.) That which diverts; that which turns or draws the mind from care or study, and thus relaxes and amuses; sport; play; pastime; as, the diversions of youth..
Recreation :: Recreation (n.) The act of recreating, or the state of being recreated; refreshment of the strength and spirits after toil; amusement; diversion; sport; pastime..
Playmate :: Playmate (n.) A companion in diversions; a playfellow.
Diversion :: Diversion (n.) The act of drawing the attention and force of an enemy from the point where the principal attack is to be made; the attack, alarm, or feint which diverts..
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