Es·chew v. t. [imp. & p. p. Eshewed p. pr. & vb. n. Eshewing.]
  1. To shun; to avoid, as something wrong, or from a feeling of distaste; to keep one's self clear of.
     They must not only eschew evil, but do good.   --Bp. Beveridge.
  2. To escape from; to avoid. [Obs.]
     He who obeys, destruction shall eschew.   --Sandys.
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