<p><strong>verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>dodged</li><li>dodging</li><li>to elude or evade by a sudden shift of position or by strategy: to dodge a blow; to dodge a question.</li><li>Synonyms: avoid. Also hold back.</li><li>Photography: (in printing) to shade (an area of a print) from exposure for a period, while exposing the remainder of the print in order to lighten or eliminate the area (sometimes followed by out).</li></ul><p><strong>verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>dodged</li><li>dodging</li><li>to move aside or change position suddenly, as to avoid a blow or get behind something.</li><li>to use evasive methods; prevaricate: When asked a direct question, he dodges.</li><li>Synonyms: quibble, equivocate.</li></ul><p><strong>noun</strong></p><ul><li>a quick, evasive movement, as a sudden jump away to avoid a blow or the like.</li><li>an ingenious expedient or contrivance; shifty trick.</li><li>Slang: a business, profession, or occupation.</li></ul>