Definition of "divert" in English

verb

1. (transitive) To turn aside from a course.

   • The workers diverted the stream away from the road.

2. (transitive) To distract.

   • Don't let him divert your attention; keep your eye on the ball.

3. (transitive) To entertain or amuse (by diverting the attention)

4. (obsolete, intransitive) To turn aside; to digress.