Flaw

/ˈflɔː/

The meaning and definition of Flaw, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. A crack or breach, a gap or fissure; a defect of continuity or cohesion.
    β€œThat vase has a flaw.”
  2. A defect, fault, or imperfection, especially one that is hidden.
verb
  1. To add a flaw to, to make imperfect or defective.
  2. To become imperfect or defective; to crack or break.

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