in difetto

Italian

Etymology

Literally, “in defect”.

Adverb

in difetto

1. (with di) lacking

   in difetto di altri argomenti, è ricorso alle minacce

   lacking other arguments, he found recourse in (making) threats

2. too low; too short; off by (numerically)

   sei 3 chili in difetto

   you are 3 pounds too short

Anagrams

• difettino