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-derivedloopstem
+
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.