distraction

noun

1. 1

   Something that distracts.

   “Poking one's eye is a good distraction from a hurting toe.”

2. 2

   The process of being distracted.

   “We have to reduce distraction in class if we want students to achieve good results.”

3. 3

   Perturbation; disorder; disturbance; confusion.

4. 4

   Mental disorder; a deranged state of mind; insanity.

   “The incessant nightmares drove him to distraction.”

5. 5

   Traction so exerted as to separate surfaces normally opposed.