Drawbacks

noun

Word Frequency: 2.2

Definitions

1.nounA disadvantage; something that detracts or takes away.

"Poor fuel economy is a common drawback among larger vehicles."

2.nounA partial refund of an import fee, as when goods are re-exported from the country that collected the fee.

3.nounThe inhalation of a lungful of smoke from a cigarette.

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