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defective Definition and Meaning in English (defective definition)

adjective
Synonyms:faultyflawedimperfect
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Defective definition: Something that is defective has a fault or imperfection and is not complete or working correctly.

Definitions of Defective

  1. 1adjective

    Something that is defective has a fault or imperfection and is not complete or working correctly.

Example Sentences

“The company recalled all the defective products from the market.”

“He returned the shirt because of a defective button.”

“The machine was found to be defective after a week of use.”

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adverbdefectively

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Defective definition: Something that is defective has a fault or imperfection and is not complete or working correctly.
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'Defective' translates to 'defective' in English. Defective definition: Something that is defective has a fault or imperfection and is not complete or working correctly.
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