English dictionary
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English noun: flaw | |||
| 1. | flaw (state) an imperfection in an object or machine | ||
| Samples | A flaw caused the crystal to shatter. If there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer. | ||
| Synonyms | defect, fault | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | imperfection, imperfectness | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | blister, bug, glitch, hole | ||
| 2. | flaw (state) defect or weakness in a person's character | ||
| Samples | He had his flaws, but he was great nonetheless. | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | failing, weakness | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | hamartia, tragic flaw | ||
| 3. | flaw (state) an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | imperfection, imperfectness | ||
English verb: flaw | |||
| 1. | flaw (change) add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective | ||
| Synonyms | blemish | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s something. Something ----s something | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | damage | ||
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