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Definition flaw in British English

flaw noun

[countable] noun
/flɔː/
1

a mistake or fault in something that makes it useless or less effective

Example

There are serious flaws in the way we train our teachers.

Example

What you've just said is the fatal flaw in your argument.

Synonyms and related words
fail miscommunication error fault defect weakness
1.1

a mark or fault that spoils something and makes it less beautiful or perfect

Example

There was a tiny flaw in the diamond.

Synonyms and related words
a blot on something blemish blight
1.2

a fault in someone's character

Example

My father definitely had his flaws and failings.

Definition flaw in British English