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diverter

diverter

3 5.5
A device that changes the direction of water or air flow
  • noun
  • /dɪˈvɜrtər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : divertidor
  • The system includes a diverter valve to halt coolant flow instantly when the pump is shut off and provide instant flow when restarting.
  • diverter valve
  • field diverter
  • diverter system

Examples

  • The SVF series of three-way and diverter valves has been designed for fluid distribution systems.

    Academic text (1997)
  • It's up to you whether or not to install a diverter, but it doesn't hurt to install them in most cases.

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  • Are you using a diverter with your rain barrels?

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  • If it's ugly or full of debris, then I'll install a diverter.

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  • So we opted not to install a first flush type diverter.

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  • I know you probably can use your barrels all year round (I can't, I'm in PA where the winters can get freezing) but I saw that the diverters also filter our leaves and other gutter debris.

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  • The plumber installed a diverter to redirect water from the main line to the garden hose.

  • A simple diverter helps guide smoke away from the cooking area when using a grill.

  • In the event of heavy rain, the drainage system utilizes a diverter to channel excess water safely away from the foundation.

Synonyms

deflector
vsdiverter
  • Specialized
70 6.3

A device that changes the direction of air, water, or smoke

applies equally to water, air, and gas rather than mainly smoke
divertor
vsdiverter
  • Specialized
8.4

A valve that sends water or gas into different pipes

changes a flow path more generally rather than only into outlets
ductor
vsdiverter
  • Specialized
8.9

A part that directs the flow of air or water

changes a flow path actively rather than just guiding or supporting it
bypasser
vsdiverter
  • Specialized
6.8

A device that gives water or traffic another route around an obstacle

changes direction of the main flow rather than creating a separate route

How Redirecting

shunt
  • Specialized
13 7.8
diverter
  • Specialized
3 5.5
deflector
  • Specialized
70 6.3
baffle
  • Specialized
18 8.0

Surface Forms

diverter singular
diverters plural

Morphology

diverter = divert (transparent) = divert + er

The noun is a regular agent/instrument nominalization from the verb 'divert' using the productive suffix '-er'.

Etymology

Diverter comes from the verb divert, which means 'turn away'. So a diverter is a device that 'turns' a flow of water, air, or gas onto a different path.