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deflector

deflector
Noun
pl: deflectors

This term describes a physical object designed to redirect a stream of energy or matter. It carries a strong connotation of precision and utility, typically appearing in technical, engineering, or military contexts. The focus is on the active diversion of a force rather than the simple blocking of it.

In specialized fields like electronics or ballistics, the word implies a specific geometric or magnetic configuration intended to steer a path. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless referring to automotive accessories or specific hardware components.

Meanings

Noundeflector

A device or surface designed to change the direction of a flow of air, water, or light.

The car is equipped with a wind deflector to reduce noise.

Noundeflector

A protective shield or plate intended to divert an incoming projectile or blast away from a sensitive area.

The armored vehicle features a heavy steel deflector to protect the crew from landmines.

Noundeflector

A component in an electronic device, such as a cathode ray tube, that steers an electron beam across a screen.

The magnetic deflector controls the horizontal movement of the image on the monitor.

Examples

The truck has a large wind deflector on the roof to improve fuel efficiency.

none

The truck has a large wind deflector on the roof to improve fuel efficiency.

I should install a rain deflector on my car windows so I can vent the cabin during a storm.

Travel

I should install a rain deflector on my car windows so I can vent the cabin during a storm.

The heat deflector prevents the wall from scorching when the fireplace is lit.

none

The heat deflector prevents the wall from scorching when the fireplace is lit.

The knight relied on his heavy shield as a deflector against the enemy arrows.

Fantasy

The knight relied on his heavy shield as a deflector against the enemy arrows.

We need to install a blast deflector to protect the crew from the engine exhaust.

none

We need to install a blast deflector to protect the crew from the engine exhaust.

The armor plate acts as a deflector to push projectiles away from the cockpit.

none

The armor plate acts as a deflector to push projectiles away from the cockpit.

The magnetic deflector in the old monitor controls where the electron beam hits the screen.

Trivia

The magnetic deflector in the old monitor controls where the electron beam hits the screen.

Is the electrostatic deflector properly aligned for the beam steering system?

Office

Is the electrostatic deflector properly aligned for the beam steering system?

A precise deflector is required to steer the particles into the detector.

none

A precise deflector is required to steer the particles into the detector.

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