defective

//dɪˈfɛktɪv//
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Adjective

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more defectiveComparative
most defectiveSuperlative
1

Having a flaw or imperfection; not working correctly or as expected.

The company recalled all defective products from the market.

2

Lacking something essential; incomplete or insufficient.

The report was defective, missing several key sections.

3

(Grammar) Lacking one or more of the usual forms of grammatical inflection.

"Must" is a defective verb because it lacks an infinitive form.

Noun

1

A person or thing that is imperfect or faulty.

The factory recalled all the defectives from the market.