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2009.10.29 (Review
of 2007.05.31 edition)
Yes, all things do fall apart in time. But when there's a problem with a product even before it's taken out of the box, then someone must be held accountable!
DEFECTIVE 欠陥のある
- A defect (noun) is a problem or broken part in something, making it imperfect.
To be defective (adjective) is to have a problem or broken part of this kind. - defect （名詞）は、物を不完全にする、問題や破損部分、つまり、欠陥のことです。
defective （形容詞）は、そのような問題や破損部分がある、という意味です。
- The investigation found that the accident had been caused by a mechanical defect in the train's braking system.
- (customer to store clerk)
I'd like to return this radio. It seems to be defective. - There's an outlet store on Highway 33 that sells slightly defective clothing at huge discounts.
Until next time!