"dysfunction" meaning in English

See dysfunction in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /dɪsˈfʌŋk.ʃən/ Forms: dysfunction, dysfunctions [plural]
Head templates: {{noun}} [POS TABLE]
  1. A dysfunction is the failure to function in an expected or complete manner.
    Sense id: simple-dysfunction-en-noun-mvM2ZPYJ Categories (other): Medicine
     
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