aberrations

/AE0 B ER0 EY1 SH AH0 N Z/

noun

1
The act of wandering; deviation from truth, moral rectitude; abnormal; divergence from the straight, correct, proper, normal, or from the natural state.
“aberration of character”
2
The convergence to different foci, by a lens or mirror, of rays of light emanating from one and the same point, or the deviation of such rays from a single focus; a defect in a focusing mechanism that prevents the intended focal point.
3
A small periodical change of position in the stars and other heavenly bodies, due to the combined effect of the motion of light and the motion of the observer.
4
A partial alienation of reason.
5
A mental disorder, especially one of a minor or temporary character.
6
Atypical development or structure; deviation from the normal type; an aberrant organ.
7
A deviation of a tissue, organ or mental functions from what is considered to be within the normal range.

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