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drawback

Syllabification: (draw·back)
Pronunciation: /ˈdrôˌbak/
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Definition of drawback

noun

  • 1a feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem:the main drawback of fitting catalytic converters is the cost
  • 2an amount of excise or import duty remitted on imported goods that the importer re-exports rather than sells domestically.

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