avoidance

noun (avoidance, uncountable)

«avoidance» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

The act of keeping away from something or not doing something. tree →

In the lessons

In health and safety: avoidance of danger, avoidance of sugar. In science about animals: predator avoidance. In psychology: avoidance of things that make you nervous. Phrases: avoidance of, tax avoidance.

Examples

Avoidance of sugary drinks helps your teeth. tree →
Fire safety is about the avoidance of risks. tree →
His avoidance of homework got him into trouble. tree →
Zebras' stripes may help in predator avoidance. tree →
Avoidance doesn't solve the problem. tree →
Tax avoidance means using legal tricks to pay less tax. tree →

Note

Uncountable. Verb: avoid. Spelling: -ance, not -ence. Formal; everyday: keeping away from, staying away from.

On Mova

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