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loophole

🇬🇧 UK/'lu:phәul/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

An ambiguity or omission in a law or contract that allows one to avoid its intent; a narrow slit in a wall.

法律漏洞；空子；枪眼

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
loopstem
+
holestem
=loophole

Common Collocations

  • 1.find loophole发现漏洞
  • 2.exploit loophole利用漏洞

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The clever lawyer found a loophole in the contract that favored his client.

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