loophole

  1. Noun.  A method of escape, especially an ambiguity or exception in a rule that can be exploited in order to avoid its effect.
  2. Noun.  A slit in a castle wall. Later: any similar window for shooting a weapon or letting in light.
  3. Verb.  (military) To prepare a building for defense by preparing slits or holes through which to fire on attackers.

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