shirk
noun
1. one who shirks
2. (Islam) the unforgivable sin of idolatry
verb
1. avoid (one's assigned duties)
- The derelict soldier shirked his duties
Similar word(s): fiddle, goldbrick
Definition categories: social, avoid
2. avoid dealing with
- She shirks her duties
Definition categories: communication, avoid
Sentences with shirk as a verb:
- If you have a job, don't shirk from it by staying off work.