an imperfection in an object or machine
add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective
an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness
defect or weakness in a person's character
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
an imperfection in an object or machine
the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection
(geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other
put or pin the blame on
(electronics) equipment failure attributable to some defect in a circuit (loose connection or insulation failure or short circuit etc.)
responsibility for a bad situation or event
(sports) a serve that is illegal (e.g., that lands outside the prescribed area)
