Distraction

noun

/dɪsˈtɹækʃən/

Word Frequency: 2.7

Definitions

1.nounSomething that distracts.

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

2.nounThe process of being distracted.

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

3.nounPerturbation; disorder; disturbance; confusion.

4.nounMental disorder; a deranged state of mind; insanity.

"The incessant nightmares drove him to distraction."

5.nounTraction so exerted as to separate surfaces normally opposed.

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