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mal·func·tion (ml-fngkshn)

v.

1. To fail to function.

2. To function improperly.

n.

1. Failure to function.

2. Faulty or abnormal functioning.

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malfunction

[mal′fungk′shən]

Etymology: L, malus, bad, functio, performance

1  n, the inability to function normally.

2  v, not to function normally.

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malfunction,

n a disorder in function or performance, which may or may not be related to a malformation of tissues, organs, or organ systems. See also dysfunction.