Re: Bug#124757: parsable vs. parseable; Debian Bug #124609; Anagrams . parables, sparable
The definition of defective is something or someone that is imperfect or that doesn't work properly. A door that does not latch correctly is an example of something that would be described as defective. having a defect or defects; imperfect; faulty.
Learner's definition of DEFECTIVE. [more defective; most defective] : having a problem or fault that prevents something from working correctly : having a defect or flaw. Our car had defective [=faulty] brakes, so we had them replaced. This computer is defective.