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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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