design flaw
/ˈdaɪzən flɔː/ · de·sign·flaw
noun
- A mistake or weakness in the design of a product, system, or process. The company's design flaw in the new smartphone's battery led to a recall.
noun
- A characteristic or feature of a design that is undesirable or problematic. The design flaw of the building's ventilation system caused health issues for the occupants.
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Did you know? The concept of design flaws has become increasingly important in fields such as engineering, architecture, and product development, where identifying and addressing design flaws can be critical to ensuring safety and quality.