distraction
/dɪsˈtɹæk.ʃən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: distractions
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Something that distracts.
Noun
Examples
Poking one's eye is a good distraction from a hurting toe.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The process of being distracted.
Noun
Examples
We have to reduce distraction in class if we want students to achieve good results.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “distraction” mean?
Something that distracts.
Is “distraction” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.