AVOID | Definition and Meaning

Definition of Avoid

Avoid

a·void

Definition/Meaning

(verb)

to deliberately keep away from something or someone, for example to make it a point not to go towards a place or to make an effort not to meet someone;

e.g. I avoid nuts because I am allergic to them. He tried to avoid the bog after almost drowning in it. She tried to avoid them because she was annoyed at them.

(verb)

to stop oneself or refrain from engaging in some action, or to prevent something from happening;

e.g. I usually avoid going outside when it is cold. They are taking steps to avoid injury.