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    defect - Dictionary definition and meaning for word defect

    Definition
    (noun) an imperfection in a bodily system
    Example Sentence
    • visual defects
    • this device permits detection of defects in the lungs
    Definition
    (noun) a failing or deficiency
    Synonyms : shortcoming
    Example Sentence
    • that interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information
    Definition
    (noun) an imperfection in an object or machine
    Synonyms : fault , flaw
    Example Sentence
    • a flaw caused the crystal to shatter
    • if there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer
    Definition
    (noun) a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body)
    Synonyms : blemish , mar
    Example Sentence
    • a facial blemish
    Definition
    (verb) desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army
    Synonyms : desert
    Example Sentence
    • If soldiers deserted Hitler's army, they were shot
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If there's DEFECT in u, ppl will ABANDON u

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