Definition of defect

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  • defect is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • defect is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
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Definition of defect

  • desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. desert
  • a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. blemish
    2. mar
  • an imperfection in an object or machine (noun)

    Examples

    1. if there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer

    Synonyms

    1. fault
    2. flaw
  • a failing or deficiency (noun)

    Examples

    1. that interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information

    Synonyms

    1. shortcoming
  • an imperfection in a bodily system (noun)

    Examples

    1. visual defects
    2. this device permits detection of defects in the lungs

See definition of defect in Merriam Webster