Definitions

1. noun

a person who runs away or deserts an obligation or commitment

“The politician’s opponent accused him of being a mitch who deserted his constituents.”

2. verb

to run away or desert an obligation or commitment

“The student was caught mitching class and was sent to the principal’s office.”

3. verb

to fail to appear or respond to a challenge or invitation

“He mitched the invitation to the party, preferring to stay home and watch TV.”

4. noun

a type of bird (especially a small, green bird)

“The mitch in the tree sang a beautiful song.”