A defect is a small problem or fault in objects or products. It means something is not made perfectly. People often talk about defects in things they buy or use.
The shirt has a defect on the sleeve.
The machine stopped because of a defect.
Defect can mean a fault or weakness in how a person behaves. It shows that someone is not perfect and has mistakes in character or actions.
He has a defect in his temper.
Everyone has a defect in some way.
To defect means to leave one group or country and join another, often an opponent. It is used especially in politics or war when people change sides.
The soldier defected to the enemy camp.
She defected from her old party last year.
A defect means a problem in a machine or electronic device that stops it from working the right way. It can make devices fail or break down.
The car has a defect in its engine.
The phone's defect caused the screen to freeze.
In gemology, a defect is a small flaw or mark inside or on a stone. It can make the gem less valuable or less beautiful.
The diamond had a small defect inside it.
This defect lowers the value of the stone.
A defect can mean a mistake or fault in a legal paper that can cause problems. It may make the document not valid or cause legal difficulties.
There is a defect in the contract terms.
The defect made the agreement void.
A defect can mean a physical or mental problem that someone is born with or develops. It is often used in medicine to describe health issues.
He was born with a heart defect.
Some defects can be treated with medicine.
