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Shirk Common

Shirk has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:

Verb · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

One who shirks, who avoids a duty or responsibility.

2

The unforgivable sin of idolatry.

Verb
1

avoid (one's assigned duties)

"The derelict soldier shirked his duties"

2

avoid dealing with

"She shirks her duties"

3

To avoid, especially a duty, responsibility, etc.; to stay away from.