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Meaning of the word loophole in English

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loophole

US /ˈluːp.hoʊl/

UK /ˈluːp.həʊl/

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Noun

an ambiguity or inadequacy in a system, law, or contract which can be used to circumvent or avoid it

Example:

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They found a legal loophole to avoid paying taxes.

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The contract had a loophole that allowed early termination.

Synonym:

gap flaw defect omission exception

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