diverter

divert +‎ -er

diverter (plural diverters)

1. A person or thing that diverts.
2. A valve used to change the flow of fluid through a system of pipes.
3. (telecommunications) A device for forwarding calls to another telephone line.
4. (game theory) One who uses diversionary tactics.
   • 2012, Morton D. Davis, Game Theory: A Nontechnical Introduction, page 47:

     The diverter clearly gains from a successful diversion but pays a heavy price if caught.

   • 1980, LBL Newsmagazine (volumes 5-9, page 20)

     The game theory also requires a precise statement of all the conceivable moves the diverter might make and counter-moves available to the defender.

• redivert, verditer

diverter

1. to amuse
2. to divert
3. to entertain