Defect
Defect noun - Something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing.
Usage example: the statue has a slight defect on the base, so it's being sold at a discount
Malformation and defect are semantically related In some cases you can use "Malformation" instead a noun "Defect".
Malformation
Malformation noun - Something abnormal or anomalous.
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Synonyms for Malformation
Defect and malformation are semantically related in deformity topic. You can use "Defect" instead a noun "Malformation".
Nearby Word: malformed
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How words are described
| congenital | congenital defect | congenital malformation |
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