Definition: "Deflect"

This is a charade - where you combine separate word parts in sequence to build the answer.

Look for a word meaning 'state' (as in 'declare' or 'assert'), then add the first letter of 'Tracing' to complete the answer.

Answer: AVERT | AVER (state/declare) + T (first letter of 'Tracing') = AVERT (deflect)