Definition of Defect

a shortcoming, malfunction or imperfection

Examples of Defect in a sentence

I purchased an expensive pair of shoes for a fraction of the regular cost because of a tiny defect in the leather.  

Marc was born with a serious eye defect which required him to wear glasses as a newborn.  

I trusted my mechanic when he said that the car that Joe was trying to sell me had a serious mechanical defect.  

Megan died of a heart defect which could have been prevented if she would have taken care of her health.  

The suit that I purchased in Macy’s came with a defect, which is why they allowed me to return it for a full refund.  

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