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- [loop-hohl]
- /ˈlupˌhoʊl/
- /ˈluːp.həʊl/
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- [loop-hohl]
- /ˈlupˌhoʊl/
Definitions of loophole word
- noun loophole 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. 1
- noun loophole an opening or aperture. 1
- noun loophole 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. 1
- verb with object loophole to furnish with loopholes. 1
- noun loophole An ambiguity or inadequacy in the law or a set of rules. 1
- noun loophole law, rules: technicality 1
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Origin of loophole
First appearance:
before 1585 One of the 35% oldest English words
First recorded in 1585-95; loop2 + hole
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Parts of speech for Loophole
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
loophole popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
loophole usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for loophole
noun loophole
- alternative — If one thing is an alternative to another, the first can be found, used, or done instead of the second.
- technicality — technical character.
- outlet — an opening or passage by which anything is let out; vent; exit.
- dodge — to elude or evade by a sudden shift of position or by strategy: to dodge a blow; to dodge a question.
- gap — a department in SE France. 2179 sq. mi. (5645 sq. km). Capital: Gap.
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