Associations to the word «Shirking»

Wiktionary

SHIRK, verb. (transitive) To avoid, especially a duty, responsibility, etc.; to stay away from.
SHIRK, verb. (intransitive) To evade an obligation; to avoid the performance of duty, as by running away.
SHIRK, verb. To procure by petty fraud and trickery; to obtain by mean solicitation.
SHIRK, noun. One who shirks
SHIRK, noun. (Islam) the unforgivable sin of idolatry

Dictionary definition

SHIRK, verb. Avoid (one's assigned duties); "The derelict soldier shirked his duties".
SHIRK, verb. Avoid dealing with; "She shirks her duties".

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