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Flaw
Flaw
/ˈflɔː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
flaw
Dictionary meaning
An imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness.
Examples
- They had their flaws, as did anybody, but they were great nonetheless.
- A flaw caused the crystal to shatter.
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