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Synonyms
flaw1 (flô)

[Middle English flaue, splinter, perhaps from Old Norse flaga, slab of stone.]

noun 

  1. An imperfection, often concealed, that impairs soundness: a flaw in the crystal that caused it to shatter. See synonyms at blemish
  2. A defect or shortcoming in something intangible: They share the character flaw of arrogance.
  3. A defect in a legal document that can render it invalid.

tr. & intr.v.: flawed, flaw·ing, flaws. 

To make or become defective.
flaw2 (flô)

[Probably of Scandinavian originSwedish flaga, gust of wind.]

noun 

    1. A brief gust or blast of wind.
    2. A passing storm; a squall.
  2. Obsolete A burst of passion.

derivatives

flaẃy
adjective