Noun

1. An elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade
2. A quick evasive movement
3. A statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery

Verb

1. Make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid
2. Move to and fro or from place to place usually in an irregular course
3. Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)