Definition of 'defect'

Noun

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"
      Synonyms: shortcoming
3. an imperfection in a device or machine; "if there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer"
      Synonyms: fault flaw
4. a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body); "a facial blemish"
      Synonyms: blemish mar

Verb

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"
      Synonyms: desert

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