diverter

[dɪˈvɜːtər]

diverter Definition

• 1. a device used to divert something, especially a valve for diverting the flow of a fluid in a different direction
• 2. a person or thing that diverts something from its course

Using diverter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "diverter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The diverter valve directs water to the showerhead or the bathtub faucet.

• Example

  The diverter of the conversation was shifted to a more pleasant topic.

• Example

  The diverter on the conveyor belt sends the packages to different destinations.

diverter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for diverter

• valve
• controller
• regulator
• manipulator
• switch

Phrases with diverter

• air diverter

  a device used to direct airflow in a specific direction

  Example

  The air diverter in the car helps to direct the cool air towards the passengers.

• traffic diverter

  a device used to redirect traffic flow

  Example

  The traffic diverter was installed to reduce congestion in the neighborhood.

• water diverter

  a device used to redirect water flow

  Example

  The water diverter in the garden directs rainwater to the plants.

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Summary: diverter in Brief

A 'diverter' [dɪˈvɜːtər] is a device or person that redirects or diverts something from its original course. It can refer to a valve that changes the direction of fluid flow or a person who changes the subject of a conversation. Examples include a traffic diverter that redirects traffic flow and an air diverter that directs airflow. Synonyms include 'valve' and 'switch.'