| flaw 1 (flô) n. 1. An imperfection, often concealed, that impairs soundness: a flaw in the crystal that caused it to shatter. See Synonyms at blemish. 2. A defect or shortcoming in something intangible: They share the character flaw of arrogance. 3. A defect in a legal document that can render it invalid. tr. & intr.v. flawed, flaw·ing, flaws To make or become defective. [Middle English flaue, splinter, perhaps from Old Norse flaga, slab of stone; see pl  k-1 in Indo-European roots.] |
| flaw 2 (flô) n. 1. a. A brief gust or blast of wind. b. A passing storm; a squall. 2. Obsolete A burst of passion. [Probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish flaga, gust of wind.] flaw  y adj. |
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