Defect
Defect noun - Something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing.
Obstruction and defect are semantically related. in fault topic. In some cases you can use "Obstruction" instead a noun "Defect".
Obstruction
Obstruction noun - Something that makes movement or progress difficult.
Defect and obstruction are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defect" instead a noun "Obstruction".
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Obstruction and Defect. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 29, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/defect/obstruction
Defect & Obstruction. N.p., 2016. Web. 29 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/defect/obstruction>.
Obstruction or Defect. 2016. Accessed July 29, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/defect/obstruction.
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