Definition of DEFECT
Pronunciation : DEFECT

noun : DEFECT

Source:WordNet 3.1

  • 1. (

    ) an imperfection in a bodily system; "visual defects"; "this device permits detection of defects in the lungs" ;

  • 2. (

    ) a failing or deficiency; "that interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information" ;

  • 3. (

    ) an imperfection in an object or machine; "a flaw caused the crystal to shatter"; "if there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer" ;

  • 4. (

    ) a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body); "a facial blemish" ;

verb : DEFECT

Source:WordNet 3.1

  • 1. (

    ) desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army; "If soldiers deserted Hitler's army, they were shot" ;


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