deflector

Meanings

• noun

  A device used to deflect or redirect an object, energy, or radiation.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with deflector
reflect , correct , connect

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Variants

List of all variants of deflector that leads to same result
deflect , deflectable , deflected , deflecting , deflective , deflector , deflectors , deflects

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'deflectere', meaning 'to turn aside'.

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Trivia

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1. A deflector shield is a common feature in science fiction, protecting spaceships from incoming projectiles or energy attacks.

2. Deflectors are used in various industries, such as automotive and aerospace, to redirect heat or airflow for optimal performance.

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Related Concepts

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1. reflectors: A related concept is reflectors, which are devices that reflect, rather than deflect, energy or radiation.

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Culture

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In literature, deflectors are often used as metaphors for individuals or situations that redirect or divert attention away from a problem or issue.

How to Memorize "deflector"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a mirror or a shield that deflects objects or energy.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'deflector' with the idea of redirecting or diverting.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'DEFLectOR' to remember the definition: D for device, E for energy or object, F for reflects or redirects, L for light or radiation, and OR for object or radiation.

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