Meaning
loophole, way out
- a legal loophole or technicality
- an expedient way out of a difficult or embarrassing situation; pretext
In a sentence
L'avvocato ha trovato una scappatoia legale per vincere la causa.
The lawyer found a legal loophole to win the case.
Non cercare scappatoie: devi assumerti le tue responsabilità.
Don't look for ways out: you have to take responsibility.
Questa clausola rappresenta una facile scappatoia per l'azienda.
This clause represents an easy way out for the company.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| scappatoia | feminine · singular |
| scappatoie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used with 'trovare' (to find a loophole) or 'cercare' (to seek a way out).