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dysfunction

/dɪsˈfʌŋk.ʃən/

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noun

Дисфункция, нарушение функции

A failure to function in an expected or complete manner. Usually refers to a disorder in a bodily organ (e.g. erectile dysfunction), a mental disorder, or the improper behavior of a social group.

Examples :

"The student's recent poor grades showed a possible learning dysfunction. "

Недавние плохие оценки ученика показали возможную дисфункцию обучения.

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verb

Неправильно функционировать, давать сбой

To fail to function correctly; to malfunction.

Examples :

"The office printer began to dysfunction, jamming paper every few minutes. "

Офисный принтер начал давать сбой, заминая бумагу каждые несколько минут.

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