failure

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Definitions

n.

The state of not achieving a desired goal; an unsuccessful person, attempt, or thing; a breakdown or malfunction.

失败;失败者;故障

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
failstem
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uconnector
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resuffix
=failure

Common Collocations

  • 1.[HF] system failure[HF] 系统故障
  • 2.[HF] engine failure[HF] 发动机故障

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The project was considered a failure after missing the deadline.

  • 2.

    Engine failure caused the plane to make an emergency landing.

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