/loohp"hohl'/ , n. , v. , loopholed, loopholing .
n.
1. a small or narrow opening, as in a wall, for looking through, for admitting light and air, or, particularly in a fortification, for the discharge of missiles against an enemy outside. See illus. under battlement .
2. an opening or aperture.
3. a means of escape or evasion; a means or opportunity of evading a rule, law, etc.: There are a number of loopholes in the tax laws whereby corporations can save money.
v.t.
4. to furnish with loopholes.
[ 1585-95; LOOP 2 + HOLE ]