deflector

Definitions of deflector
  1. noun
    a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy
    synonyms: tornavoz
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    types:
    difusor
    baffle that distributes sound waves evenly
    type of:
    plancha
    a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic
  2. noun
    a device intended to turn aside the flow of something (water or air or smoke etc)
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    type of:
    aparato, dispositivo, mecanismo
    an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
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