defectuous

Meanings

• adjective

  Not functioning properly or having a flaw; faulty.

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Variants

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defection , defections

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'defectus' meaning 'a falling short' or 'a failure'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'defectuous' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. In medicine, a 'defectuous' gene is one that has a mutation or variation that can lead to a genetic disorder.

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Related Concepts

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1. imperfect: Related to the concept of being not complete or having flaws.

2. faulty: Related to the concept of having defects or errors.

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Culture

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In literature, 'defectuous' has been used to describe characters or situations that are flawed or imperfect. In art, it can refer to a work that deviates from the norm or expected. In music, a 'defectuous' note is one that is played incorrectly.

How to Memorize "defectuous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine an object that is not working properly or has a flaw.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'defectuous' with the idea of something being imperfect or flawed.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Defective Elephants Can't Succeed' to remember the definition of 'defectuous'.

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