C1nountechnologyhealth
US/ˈdiː.fekt/
UK/ˈdiː.fekt/
a fault or weakness in something that stops it from being perfect
In context
The company recalled the cars because of a serious safety defect.
The baby was born with a heart defect and needed surgery.
Check the product carefully for any defects before you pay.
Words that go with defect
noun + noun
- birth defectDoctors found a birth defect during the scan.
- manufacturing defectThe fire was caused by a manufacturing defect.
noun + preposition
- a defect inThey found a defect in the brake system.
adjective + noun
- serious defectA serious defect made the bridge unsafe.
- hidden defectThe inspector found a hidden defect in the roof.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The phone has a defect of the screen.Correct: The phone has a defect in the screen.