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defunct

/dɛfʌŋkt/ adjective · British & US
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What does defunct mean?

adjective

No longer in operation or use; no longer active or functioning. Having ceased to exist or be effective.

Example

"The company went bankrupt and was declared defunct after 20 years of operation."

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