deflector
nounmasculinetécnico/dɨ.flɛ.ˈtoɾ/low
de·fle·tor
Definitions
-1A device or surface intended to deflect the direction of a flow (of air, water, particles, etc.).
The deflector on the car's roof helps direct the air conditioning airflow.
A deflector was installed on the chimney to prevent smoke backflow.
Common collocations
air deflectorchimney deflectorwind deflector
1A device or surface designed to change the direction of a flow of air, water, light, or other currents.
The deflector on the car's sunroof helps reduce wind noise.
They installed a deflector on the chimney to improve draft.
Common collocations
air deflectorchimney deflectoraerodynamic deflector
Etymology
Do inglês 'deflector', derivado do latim 'dēflectere' (desviar).