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defect

(d/I/'f/E/kt )

an imperfection in a bodily system(noun.state)

Example:
Visual defects.
This device permits detection of defects in the lungs.

source: wordnet30
a failing or deficiency(noun.attribute)

Example:
That interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information.

Synonym:
shortcoming

source: wordnet30
an imperfection in an object or machine(noun.state)

Example:
If there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer.

Synonym:
fault, flaw

source: wordnet30
a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body)(noun.attribute)

Synonym:
blemish, mar

source: wordnet30
Want or absence of something necessary for completeness or perfection; deficiency; -- opposed to superfluity.(noun)

source: webster1913

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