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flaw
(fl/O/ )

noun (n)

  • an imperfection in an object or machine(noun.state)
    Example:
    A flaw caused the crystal to shatter.
    Synonym:
    defect, fault
    source: wordnet30
  • defect or weakness in a person's character(noun.state)
    Example:
    He had his flaws, but he was great nonetheless.
    source: wordnet30
  • an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness(noun.state)
    source: wordnet30
  • A crack or breach; a gap or fissure; a defect of continuity or cohesion; as, a flaw in a knife or a vase.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective(verb.change)
    Synonym:
    blemish
    source: wordnet30
  • To crack; to make flaws in.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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