Meaning Of The Word Circumvent

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What's The Definition Of Circumvent?

circumvent
verb: If someone circumvents a rule or restriction, they avoid having to obey the rule or restriction, in a clever and perhaps dishonest way.
verb: If you circumvent someone, you cleverly prevent them from achieving something, especially when they are trying to harm you.

circumvent in American English
to surround or circle around
transitive verb: to go around or bypass

circumvent in British English
to evade or go around

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