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Definition of: deflection
(di·flek′shən) noun
1. A turning aside; deviation.
2. A bending of light rays; see DIFFRACTION.
3. The deviation of a galvanometer or magnetic needle from its normal position or from zero. Also Brit. de·flex′ion.
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