No. 9,537 in French
défectueux
Faulty or defective.
In a sentence
Ce produit est défectueux et doit être retourné.
This product is defective and must be returned.
Used to describe a product or item that is not functioning correctly.
J'ai découvert que le système mécanique était défectueux après une inspection minutieuse.
I found that the mechanical system was defective after a thorough inspection.
Used to refer to a system that exhibits faults or malfunctions.
Les mécanismes défectueux de cette montre en rendent le fonctionnement irrégulier.
The defective mechanisms of this watch make its operation irregular.
Describes specific parts or mechanisms within a device that are not operating properly.
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