Definition of Circumvent
Circumvent
cir·cum·vent
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(verb)
to find a way to avoid or overcome an obstacle, typically involving a clever trick/scheme or some sort of underhanded conduct;
e.g. They found a way to circumvent the media's attention and carry on with their illegal activities.
(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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