Dictionary definition for: Deviate
1. (n) a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
2. (v) be at variance with; be out of line with
3. (v) turn aside; turn away from
4. (v) cause to turn away from a previous or expected course; "The river was deviated to prevent flooding"
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