noun
a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
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- the deviation from the mean
noun
the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function
noun
the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances
noun
deviate behavior
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noun
a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
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- a diversion from the main highway
- a digression into irrelevant details
- a deflection from his goal