IMPERFECTION


Meaning of IMPERFECTION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ɪmpə(r)fekʃ(ə)n ]

( imperfections)

1.

An imperfection in someone or something is a fault, weakness, or undesirable feature that they have.

He concedes that there are imperfections in the socialist system...

= flaw, failing

N-VAR

2.

An imperfection in something is a small mark or damaged area which may spoil its appearance.

...imperfections in the cloth.

= flaw, blemish

N-COUNT

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