Loopholed: meaning, definitions and examples
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loopholed
[ ˈluːphəʊld ]
legal context
To have loopholes means to exploit gaps or ambiguities in the law, often resulting in unintended legal advantages. This term is frequently used in discussions about law and policy where individuals or organizations take advantage of such gaps. The action might lead to outcomes that were not intended by the lawmakers. It highlights the limitations in legal frameworks, showcasing how unintentional outcomes can arise from legal constructs.
Synonyms
bypassed, circumvented, exploited
Examples of usage
- They managed to loophole the regulations to avoid penalties.
- The company was found to have loophole their tax obligations.
- Lawyers often look for ways to loophole around restrictive agreements.
Translations
Translations of the word "loopholed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 explorado
🇮🇳 छिद्रपूर्ण
🇩🇪 umgangen
🇮🇩 celah hukum
🇺🇦 використаний
🇵🇱 wykorzystany
🇯🇵 抜け道のある
🇫🇷 exploité
🇪🇸 explotado
🇹🇷 sömürülmüş
🇰🇷 악용된
🇸🇦 استغل
🇨🇿 využitý
🇸🇰 využitý
🇨🇳 利用
🇸🇮 izkoriščen
🇮🇸 nýtt
🇰🇿 пайдаланылған
🇬🇪 გამოყენებული
🇦🇿 istifadə olunmuş
🇲🇽 explotado
Etymology
The term 'loophole' originally refers to a narrow opening in fortifications through which defenders could shoot, a metaphorical use dating back to around the 14th century. The etymology comes from the Old English word 'loophole', combining 'loop' meaning a hole or opening. In a legal sense, it started gaining traction in the 20th century as laws became more complex and multifaceted. The concept of loopholes in law evokes the image of individuals or corporations finding ways to navigate through these intricacies to gain advantages, often raising ethical questions regarding the spirit of the law versus its letter.