loophole
Pronunciation:
/ˈluːphəʊl/noun
Definitions
A slit in a castle wall; today, any similar window for shooting a ranged weapon or letting in light.
A method of escape, especially an ambiguity or exception in a rule or law that can be exploited in order to avoid its effect.
verb
Definitions
To prepare a building for defense by preparing slits or holes through which to fire on attackers
To exploit (a law, etc.) by means of loopholes.