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    Deflector (en. Deflector)

    /dɛˈflɛktor/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Device that diverts a flow of air or another type of current.
    The car's deflector helps improve aerodynamics.
    El deflector del coche ayuda a mejorar la aerodinámica.
    Part of a mechanism that deflects projectiles or particles.
    The pistol's deflector protects the shooter from ricochets.
    El deflector de la pistola protege al tirador de rebotes.
    Element that modifies the trajectory of a ray or beam of light.
    In the laser, the deflector is crucial to directing the beam.
    En el láser, el deflector es crucial para dirigir el haz.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'deflector', which means 'to deflect'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wind deflector
    Device that diverts air currents.
    deflector de viento
    solar deflector
    Device that redirects sunlight.
    deflector solar

    Related Words

    diverter
    Element that causes a change in direction.
    desviador
    reflector
    Device that reflects light or waves.
    reflektor

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to someone who evades responsibilities.
    He is always the deflector in the team; he never takes the blame.
    Siempre es el deflector en el equipo, nunca asume la culpa.
    Person who changes the subject in an uncomfortable conversation.
    He is a great deflector; he always manages to escape difficult situations.
    Es un gran deflector, siempre logra salir de las situaciones difíciles.