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Auslenkung
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Deflection
seitliche oder räumliche Abweichung eines Körpers aus seiner Ruhelage oder Sollposition
Die maximale Auslenkung des Pendels betrug zehn Zentimeter.Used mainly in technical, physical, or mechanical contexts for the distance a body moves away from its rest position; it is not the same as everyday 'distraction' or 'deviation'.
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What does „Auslenkung“ mean in English?
„Auslenkung“ usually means „deflection“ or, in physics, „displacement“/„amplitude“ depending on the context.
Is „Auslenkung“ used in physics?
Yes. In physics, it refers to how far something moves from its equilibrium or rest position.
What is the verb form of „Auslenkung“?
The related verb is „auslenken“, meaning to deflect or deviate.