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   shortcoming

   /ˈʃɔːtˌkʌmɪŋ/

   noun

   • 1. a fault or failure to meet a certain standard, typically in a person's character, a plan, or a system: "he is so forthright about his shortcomings, it's hard to chastise him"

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   What is a shortcomings in a book?

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   What does shortcoming mean?

   • Learn a new word every day. Delivered to your inbox! The meaning of SHORTCOMING is an imperfection or lack that detracts from the whole; also : the quality or state of being flawed or lacking. How to use shortcoming in a sentence.

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   What are the shortcomings of a person?

   • The shortcomings of a person or thing are their faults or weaknesses. I am aware of my own shortcomings. A failing, defect, or deficiency.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.

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   What is the root of shortcoming?

   • The root of shortcoming is the phrase "to come short," which was used starting in the 1600's to mean "to be inadequate." "Shortcoming."

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   How do you use a noun shortcoming in a sentence?

   • Use the noun shortcoming when you talk about the way something — or someone — comes up short. Your boss's shortcoming could be her high expectations, and your job's shortcomings might be having to deal with your boss and not earning much money.

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   The flaw in something is its shortcoming — your car's only shortcoming might be its lack of a sunroof, for example.

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