Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Defecting.
Defecting - as a noun
An imperfection in a bodily system
Example: "Visual defects"
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A failing or deficiency
Example: "That interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information"
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An imperfection in an object or machine
Example: "A flaw caused the crystal to shatter"
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A mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body)
Example: "A facial blemish"
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Defecting - as a verb
Desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army
Example: "If soldiers deserted hitler's army, they were shot"
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Example Sentences
"The defecting soldier was captured and returned to his unit."
"The defecting politician sought asylum in a neighboring country."
"The defecting scientist provided valuable information to the enemy."
"The defecting employee joined a rival company."
"The defecting spy revealed classified information to the enemy."
Word Game Points
Is DEFECTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defecting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFECTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is DEFECTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defecting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFECTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is DEFECTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defecting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFECTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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