Definition of Circumvent
Circumvent
cir·cum·vent
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To find a way around an obstacle or difficulty.
e.g. The company tried to circumvent the regulations by using a loophole.
(verb)
to trap someone by surrounding them in a restricted space;
e.g. The larger army was able to circumvent the remaining soldiers and take them into custody.
(verb)
to adopt a curved or indirect path around something;
e.g. These two paths circumvent the house on either side.
(verb)
in old usage, to outwit someone or deceive them in some way;
e.g. She told an elaborate story to circumvent them and gain their trust.
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