flaw

1. N-COUNT A flaw in something such as a theory or argument is a mistake in it, which causes it to be less effective or valid. (理论或论点中的) 欠缺

There were, however, a number of crucial flaws in his monetary theory. 然而，他的货币理论中有很多关键性的欠缺。

2. N-COUNT A flaw in someone's character is an undesirable quality that they have. (性格中的) 缺点

The only flaw in his character seems to be a short temper. 他性格中唯一的缺点似乎就是脾气急躁。

3. N-COUNT A flaw in something such as a pattern or material is a fault in it that should not be there. 瑕疵

It's like having a flaw in a piece of material - the longer you leave it, the weaker it gets. 这就像一块料子上有瑕疵一样—你把它放得越久，它就变得越不结实。

4. V to make or become blemished, defective, or imperfect 使有缺陷

5. N a sudden short gust of wind; squall 一阵狂风

6. N a spell of bad, esp windy, weather 一阵坏天气