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LOOPHOLE: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for LOOPHOLE?

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Loophole as a Noun
Definitions of "Loophole" as a noun
Synonyms of "Loophole" as a noun (12 Words)
Usage Examples of "Loophole" as a noun

The synonyms of “Loophole” are: means of avoidance, means of evasion, means of escape, escape clause, escape route, hole, gap, opening, aperture, chink, slit, slot

Loophole as a Noun

Definitions of "Loophole" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “loophole” as a noun can have the following definitions:

An arrow slit in a wall.
An ambiguity or inadequacy in the law or a set of rules.
A small hole in a fortified wall; for observation or discharging weapons.
An ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation.

Synonyms of "Loophole" as a noun (12 Words)

aperture	An man-made opening; usually small. A refracting telescope with an aperture* of 3 inches.*
escape clause	The act of escaping physically.
escape route	An avoidance of danger or difficulty.
gap	A pass or way through a range of hills. He peeped through the gap* in the curtains.*
hole	An awkward situation. Stephen lost the first three holes to Eric.
means of avoidance	How a result is obtained or an end is achieved.
means of escape	Considerable capital (wealth or income.
means of evasion	How a result is obtained or an end is achieved.
opening	The act of opening something. They seem to have exploited fully the openings offered.
slit	A long narrow opening. Arrow slits.
slot	A slot machine that is used for gambling. He slid a coin into the slot* of the jukebox.*