shortcoming Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a failing or deficiency
    defect.
    • that interpretation is an unfortunate defect of our lack of information

WordNet


Short"com`ing noun
Definitions
  1. The act of falling, or coming short; as: (a) The failure of a crop, or the like. (b) Neglect of, or failure in, performance of duty.

Webster 1913