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evasion

noun

  1. act that deceives by stating a true statement that is irrelevant or leads to a false conclusion
  2. act or process of staying away from, avoiding, dodging
  3. the undetected bypassing of an information security device
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Pronunciation: /ɪˈveɪʒən/

noun

Etymology: From Middle French évasion, from Late Latin evasionem (accusative of evasio).

  1. The act of eluding or evading or avoiding, particularly the pressure of an argument, accusation, charge, or interrogation; artful means of eluding.

    “In these hunting scenes, as many critics have noted, the reversals, negotiations, lurkings, and evasions between hunter and prey mirror and frame the bedroom strategies of the Lady and Gawain.”

    “He complained to LNER but was told: "We have had an increase in fare evasion on certain services which has led to our locking toilet facilities where (people) usually hide to avoid payment. Although Aberdeen is a gated station, customers often purchase the cheapest ticket available and board our services."”