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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

defects

/dɛfɛktz/ noun · British & US
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What does defects mean?

noun

A flaw or imperfection in a material, product, or system. A defect can be a fault or a weakness that affects the quality or performance of something.

Example

"The manufacturer discovered several defects in the new design that needed to be addressed before production could begin."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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