Difference between Fiddle and Shirk

Fiddle

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The violin when played in any of various traditional styles, as opposed to classical violin. An adjustment intended to cover up a basic flaw. fraud On board a ship or boat, a rail or batten around the edge of a table or stove to prevent objects falling off at sea. (Also fiddle rail)

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To play aimlessly. To adjust in order to cover a basic flaw or fraud etc. To play traditional tunes on a violin in a non-classical style.

Example sentence: My focus on the budget, though, has played second fiddle to what I believe is even more important - creating jobs.

Shirk

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To avoid, especially a duty, responsibility, etc.; to stay away from.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: one who shirksthe unforgivable sin of idolatry