mal
func
tion
Plural
malfunctions
1
a failure to function or work properly
- The sudden malfunction of the elevator left everyone stranded on the top floor.
- The computer's malfunction caused a significant delay in the project deadline.
- A malfunction in the engine forced the pilot to make an emergency landing.
- The robot's malfunction during the demonstration embarrassed the engineering team.
- The vending machine's malfunction resulted in snacks getting stuck and customers being frustrated.