| 单词 | loophole |
| 释义 | loophole /loohp"hohl'/, n. , v. , loopholed, loopholing. n. 1. a small or narrow opening, as in a wall, for looking through, for admitting light and air, or, particularly in a fortification, for the discharge of missiles against an enemy outside. See illus. under battlement. 2. an opening or aperture. 3. a means of escape or evasion; a means or opportunity of evading a rule, law, etc.: There are a number of loopholes in the tax laws whereby corporations can save money. v.t. 4. to furnish with loopholes. [1585-95; LOOP2 + HOLE] |
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