Major Defect
nounma·jor de·fectpronounced MAY-juh deh-FEKT
Last reviewed 16 April 2026
What does the noun Major Defect mean?
A defect of sufficient magnitude where rectification has to be carried out in order to avoid unsafe conditions, loss of utility, or further deterioration of the property. Examples include significant cracking in load-bearing walls, major roof leaks, and failing foundations.
How the noun Major Defect is used
The building report identified major cracking in the foundation as a major defect, which gave us grounds to renegotiate the price or walk away.
Synonyms
significant defect, serious defect
Related words
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