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fault

|fault|

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/fɔlt/

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/fɔːlt/

state of having defects

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fault' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'faute,' where 'faute' meant 'lack or failing.'

Historical Evolution

'faute' changed from the Old French word 'faute' and eventually became the modern English word 'fault'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'lack or failing,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'imperfection' and 'geological break.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an imperfection or weakness in character or behavior.

Everyone has their faults.

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Noun 2

a break in the Earth's crust where blocks of land have moved past each other.

The San Andreas Fault is a famous geological fault.

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Verb 1

to criticize or find error in something or someone.

She faulted him for not being punctual.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35