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    Détournant (en. Diverting)

    /de.tuʁ.nɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To divert something from its path or usual use.
    He is diverting the flow of the river.
    Il est en train de détournant le flux de la rivière.
    To use something in an unexpected or inappropriate way.
    She embezzled the funds for personal purposes.
    Elle a détourné les fonds à des fins personnelles.
    To modify the meaning or intention of a message.
    This article diverts the original meaning of the statement.
    Cet article détourne le sens original de la déclaration.

    Etymology

    Comes from the verb 'détourner', composed of the prefix 'dé-' and 'tourner'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    embezzlement
    Illegal or inappropriate use of funds.
    détournement de fonds
    distraction
    Action of distracting someone to prevent them from concentrating on another subject.
    détournement d'attention

    Related Words

    diversion
    Action of diverting.
    détournement
    diverted
    That has been diverted.
    détourné
    to turn
    Action of turning something.
    tourner

    Slang Meanings

    To use a situation to one’s advantage.
    He diverted the situation to make it an asset.
    Il a détourné la situation pour en faire un atout.
    To manipulate the facts.
    She is good at diverting reality to her advantage.
    Elle est douée pour détourner la réalité à son avantage.