American English pronunciation
How to pronounce malfunctions
IPA transcription: [mæl'fʌŋkʃənz]
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Noun
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a failure to function normally
Verb
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fail to function or function improperly
“the coffee maker malfunctioned”
Usage examples
- Without him to finish the sequence, the rocket malfunctions and explodes.
- Condensation can freeze and block the air tubes causing a variety of malfunctions.
- His shuttle malfunctions, forcing him to make a crash landing.
- When consumer electronics have malfunctions, they may sometimes be repaired.
- These malfunctions must be corrected quickly so that firing can be resumed.
- Soon, however, the shed malfunctions and the holograms that invade become real.
- Several deaths occurred during training due to malfunctions.