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    Défaillance (en. Failure)

    /defajɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Temporary or permanent failure of something.
    He experienced a failure of his braking system.
    Il a connu une défaillance de son système de freinage.
    Temporary absence of normal functions.
    The power failure caused a blackout.
    La défaillance du courant a provoqué un blackout.
    Weakness or inability to meet demands.
    A mental failure can occur in the case of great fatigue.
    Une défaillance mentale peut survenir en cas de grande fatigue.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'defailentia', from 'defailere', which means 'to lack' or 'to fail'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    network failure
    Loss of connection or interruption in a network.
    défaillance de réseau
    system failure
    Breakdown or trouble in the functioning of a system.
    défaillance d'un système
    to experience a failure
    To face a failure or loss of power.
    subir une défaillance

    Related Words

    failing
    Who is in a state of failure.
    défaillant
    to fail
    To temporarily lose one's strength.
    défaillir

    Slang Meanings

    To be flat
    He is completely flat after that day.
    Il est complètement à plat après cette journée.
    To feel low on energy
    I felt low on energy during the meeting.
    J'ai eu un coup de mou pendant la réunion.