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Distraction

/dɪsˈtɹækʃən/

Something that distracts.

📖 Definitions of "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."

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