flaw

Noun
  1. An imperfection in an object or machine (synset 114487787)
    "a flaw caused the crystal to shatter"; "if there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer"
    is a type of: imperfection, imperfectness - the state or an instance of being imperfect
    subtypes:
    • blister - a flaw on a surface resulting when an applied substance does not adhere (as an air bubble in a coat of paint)
    • bug, glitch - a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine
    • hole - a fault
    same as: defect, fault
  2. Defect or weakness in a person's character (synset 114487410)
    "he had his flaws, but he was great nonetheless"
    is a type of: failing, weakness - a flaw or weak point
    subtypes: hamartia, tragic flaw - the character flaw or error of a tragic hero that leads to his downfall
  3. An imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness (synset 114486754)
    is a type of: imperfection, imperfectness - the state or an instance of being imperfect
Verb
  1. Add a flaw or blemish to;
    Make imperfect or defective (synset 200263930)
    is a type of: damage - inflict damage upon
    same as: blemish

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