avoided; avoiding; avoids
1
a
: to keep away from : shun
They have been avoiding me.
b
: to prevent the occurrence or effectiveness of
avoid further delays
c
: to refrain from
avoid overeating
2
law
: to make legally void (see void entry 1 sense 1a) : annul
avoid a plea
3
archaic
: to depart or withdraw from : leave
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