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defective connection

[dɪˈfɛktɪv kəˈnɛkʃən]
nounpl: defective connections
conexão defeituosa
1. A faulty or improperly functioning link between two or more components, devices, or systems that prevents normal operation or communication
The defective connection between the cable and the port caused the device to malfunction.
A conexão defeituosa entre o cabo e a porta causou o mau funcionamento do dispositivo.
2. An unreliable or broken link in electrical, mechanical, or digital systems
A defective connection in the wiring led to intermittent power failures.
Uma conexão defeituosa na fiação levou a falhas intermitentes de energia.
Synonyms
faulty connectionbroken connectionpoor connectionloose connectionbad connection
Antonyms
proper connectionworking connectionsecure connectionsound connection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conexão defeituosa
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
conexão com problema
Alternative colloquial usage in São Paulo region
Portugal
ligação defeituosa
Portuguese European preference for 'ligação' over 'conexão'

Related Idioms & Phrases

lose the connection
cut the connection
repair the connection
restore the connection
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