Deflect
shift from one side of the ship to the other
Synonyms
Avert, Avoid, Bend, Block, change course, change direction, clear away, debar, distract, diverge, fence off, fend off, forefend, forestall, forfend, gybe, jib, jibe, obviate, overcome, parry, Prevent, Remove, repel, stave off, swerve, Turn, turn aside, turn away, veer, ward off, head o