malfunction

C1
Pronunciation
/ˌmælˈfʌŋk.ʃən/
/ˌmælˈfʌŋk.ʃən/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Faulty functioning

2 Definition

Failure to function

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To function improperly

Example Sentences
  • She told him the machine was poorly built, but they both knew that she was the one who had malfunctioned.
2 Definition

To fail to function