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[ぬ(抜)·け·あな(穴)]
nukeana
noun

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[ぬけ(抜)·あな(穴)]
nukeana
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English Meaning(s) for 抜け穴

noun
  1. secret passage; underground passage
  2. loophole
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Definition and Synonyms for 抜け穴

Loophole an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation
Synonyms: 抜け穴, 抜け道, 逃げ道

Meanings for each kanji in 抜け穴

» slip out; extract; pull out; pilfer; quote; remove; omit
» hole; aperture; slit; cave; den

Categories 抜け穴 is a member of

Ambiguity an expression whose meaning cannot be determined from its context
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Sample Sentences for 抜け穴

A loophole in the law allowed him to escape prosecution.
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The new tax law is full of loopholes.
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