Persian flaw

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English

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Etymology

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From the idea that Persian carpet makers intentially leave an imperfection in each rug to show that only God's creations are perfect.

Noun

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Persian flaw (plural Persian flaws)

  1. A flaw, deliberately introduced or retained to make something (originally and especially a Persian carpet) imperfect.