evasive action
evasive action noun: physical movement performed in order to avoid a collision with something (such as a vehicle or missile).
Noun
evasive action (usually uncountable, plural evasive actions)
- Physical movement performed in order to avoid a collision with something (such as a vehicle or missile).
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- Synonyms:
- dodge
Synonyms of evasive action
Forms of evasive action
| plural | evasive actions |
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Questions about evasive action
- What does evasive action mean?
- Evasive action means physical movement performed in order to avoid a collision with something (such as a vehicle or missile).
- What part of speech is evasive action?
- Evasive action is a noun.
- What is the plural of evasive action?
- The plural of evasive action is evasive actions.
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