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IELTS word

defective

/dɪˈfektɪv/adjective

English definition

not working correctly because of a fault

Common phrases / collocations

  1. defective part
  2. defective product
  3. defective equipment

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The defective fan could not turn properly.

  2. 2.

    The company replaced the defective part.

  3. 3.

    A defective switch caused the problem.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A technician inspects a new electric desk fan whose bent blade is stuck against its protective grille.
not working correctly because of a fault
1fan blade catches
2fan cannot turn
fan blade catches→fan cannot turn