What does DODGE mean?

Dodge 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

• a quick, sudden movement to avoid something (noun)
• to move quickly and suddenly to avoid something (verb)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /dɑdʒ/
• UK: /dɒdʒ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "dodge" originated in the 16th century, from the Middle English word "dogge," meaning "to shake, tremble." It was originally used to describe a sudden movement to avoid being hit or caught. Today, it is commonly used in sports, such as dodgeball or dodgeball, to describe the act of avoiding a ball thrown by an opponent. It can also be used figuratively to describe avoiding a difficult situation or question.

5. Synonyms:

• evade
• avoid
• sidestep
• duck
• elude

6. Related Words:

• avoid
• evade
• flank
• shake
• shirk

7. Example Sentences:

• He made a quick dodge to avoid the ball.
• The politician tried to dodge the question.
• The runner was able to dodge the defender and score a touchdown.
• She had to dodge the traffic to cross the street.
• The company tried to dodge paying taxes by moving their headquarters overseas.