Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sidetrack

verb
/ˌsaɪdˈtræk/
Definition
To divert from the main issue or path.
Examples
  • Don’t let minor details sidetrack you from completing your project.
  • She was sidetracked by an interesting conversation and forgot about her meeting.
Meaning
To distract someone from their main activity or goal.
Synonyms
  • Divert
  • Distract
  • Detour
  • Deflect