Defects: meaning, definitions and examples
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defects
[ ˈdiːfɛkts ]
in manufacturing processes
Flaws or imperfections in a product that render it unusable or reduce its value. Defects can result from errors in the production process or from substandard materials.
Synonyms
errors, faults, flaws, imperfections
Examples of usage
- The defects in the car's paint job were noticeable upon closer inspection.
- The manufacturer had to recall the entire batch of products due to defects in the material.
in legal contexts
A shortcoming or deficiency that impairs the value or usefulness of something. Defects in a contract may lead to disputes between parties.
Synonyms
deficiency, flaw, shortcoming, weakness
Examples of usage
- The contract was deemed void due to a defect in its wording.
- The lawyer discovered a defect in the title of the property.
Translations
Translations of the word "defects" in other languages:
🇵🇹 defeitos
🇮🇳 दोष
🇩🇪 Mängel
🇮🇩 cacat
🇺🇦 дефекти
🇵🇱 wady
🇯🇵 欠点
🇫🇷 défauts
🇪🇸 defectos
🇹🇷 kusurlar
🇰🇷 결함
🇸🇦 عيوب
🇨🇿 vady
🇸🇰 defekty
🇨🇳 缺陷
🇸🇮 napake
🇮🇸 gallar
🇰🇿 ақаулар
🇬🇪 დეფექტები
🇦🇿 qüsurlar
🇲🇽 defectos
Word origin
The word 'defects' originated from the Latin word 'defectus', which means 'failure' or 'abandonment'. Over time, its meaning evolved to refer to flaws or imperfections. In manufacturing, the term became associated with product quality, highlighting the importance of identifying and addressing defects to ensure customer satisfaction and safety.
See also: defect, defecting, defection, defective, defector.