verb. ['dɪˈflɛkt'] impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball).
verb. ['dɪˈflɛkt'] turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest.
verb. ['dɪˈflɛkt'] draw someone's attention away from something.
verb. ['dɪˈflɛkt'] turn aside and away from an initial or intended course.
verb. ['dɪˈflɛkt'] prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening.