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it is defect
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "it is defect" is not correct in English.
Did you mean "it is a defect"? If this is the case, you can use this phrase when identifying or describing a flaw or imperfection in something. Example: "Upon inspection, I found that it is a defect in the product that needs to be addressed."
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Alternative expressions(6)
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58 human-written examples
In contrast, 3 A is stable to water because it is defect-free and the incorporation of the rigid ptba linker induces no bond distortions.
If any of it is defected or not working correctly, return it or have someone fix it make sure it is dry.
Wiki
"It is a defect in my nature".
News & Media
It is a defect, it's not how it's meant to look".
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But of course it is no defect at all.
News & Media
Underlying it is a defect in the way blood vessels respond to the presence of the baby.
News & Media
It is a defect that is easily detectable after birth and is an isolated finding in 85% - 88% of cases [ 34].
Science
Companies use it to raise quality and efficiency by spotting and removing causes of defects, and here measuring is the key, whether it is measuring defects, waste or results.
News & Media
"The question is going to be whether it is a design defect, a manufacturing defect or an installation defect," Mr. Montroy said.
News & Media
And when the work gets inspected, when this kind of defect ought to show up — and it is a serious defect — it might be possible for it not to be noticed, if you get my drift.
News & Media
In the angular dependence of defect mode, it is seen that the defect frequency is also blue-shifted when the angle of incidence increases for both TE and TM polarizations.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "it is defect". Instead, use grammatically correct alternatives such as "it is a defect", "it is defective", or "it has a defect".
Common error
A common mistake is using the noun "defect" as an adjective. Remember that "defect" is a noun (a flaw), while "defective" is an adjective (describing something with a flaw).
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "it is defect" is grammatically incorrect. The word "defect" functions as a noun, while the sentence structure requires an adjective after "is" or an article before the noun. Ludwig AI highlights this error.
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "it is defect" is grammatically incorrect. As Ludwig AI suggests, the word "defect" should be used with the appropriate grammatical structure, such as "it is a defect" or by using the adjective "defective", as in "it is defective". Due to its incorrectness, the phrase is not found in any authoritative sources. Always ensure proper grammatical structure when describing flaws or imperfections.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
it has a defect
Indicates possession of a flaw rather than a state of being.
it is flawed
Replaces the noun "defect" with its adjective form, "flawed".
it is defective
Uses the adjective "defective" to describe the state of being faulty.
it contains a defect
Specifies that the subject includes or harbors a flaw.
it exhibits a defect
Emphasizes that the subject displays or shows a flaw.
it manifests a defect
Highlights the appearance or emergence of a flaw.
it suffers from a defect
Suggests that the subject is negatively affected by a flaw.
it shows a defect
Simply states that a flaw is visible or apparent.
a defect exists in it
Inverts the sentence structure to emphasize the existence of the flaw.
it is not perfect
Expresses the idea of imperfection in a more general way.
FAQs
How can I correctly use the word "defect" in a sentence?
Use "defect" as a noun, for example, "it is a defect" or "the product has a defect". To describe something containing a defect, use the adjective "defective".
What is a better way to say "it is defect"?
Replace "it is defect" with grammatically correct phrases like "it is defective", "it has a defect", or "it is flawed".
Is "defect" an adjective?
No, "defect" is a noun. The adjective form is "defective". For example, "The product has a defect" (noun) versus "The product is defective" (adjective).
What's the difference between "defect" and "defective"?
"Defect" is a noun referring to a flaw or imperfection. "Defective" is an adjective describing something that has a defect. For example, a car might have a defect (noun), making the car defective (adjective).
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
60%
Authority and reliability
1/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested