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To fail to come to the important point about something;from the idea of a hunted animal hiding in abush while the hunter is to otimorous to follow it in there.
To talk about lots of unimportant thing because to avoid the thing which is really important.
Eg: We’re not going to beat around the bush here.
to avoid talking about what is important
eg:Quit beating around the bush and tell me what you really think about my idea.
Meaning:
The phrase ‘Beating around the Bush’ means to avoid answering a question, to stall, to waste time.
Sentence form:
“If you want to ask me, just ask; don’t beat around the bush.”
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