Read the dictionary definition of bilk. All definitions for this word.
1. escape, either physically or mentally
1. The thief eluded the police
2. This difficult idea seems to evade her
3. The event evades explanation
2. evade payment to
1. He bilked his creditors
3. hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
1. What ultimately frustrated every challenger was Ruth's amazing September surge
2. foil your opponent
4. cheat somebody out of what is due, especially money