When a global failure occurs, the token fail is returned This occurs when no value can be inferred that satisfies any set of equality constraints In a specific subtask, a failure occurs when no value can be inferred that satisfies the current equality constraints --and causes backtracking at that point
means the breakage, displacement, or permanent deformation of a structural member or connection so as to reduce its structural integrity and its supportive capabilities
The event, or inoperable state, in which any item or part of an item does not, or would not, perform as previously specified
(software engineering) inability of a system or component to perform its required functions within specified performance requirements It is manifested as a fault
an unexpected omission; "he resented my failure to return his call"; "the mechanic's failure to check the brakes"
If there is a failure of something, for example a machine or part of the body, it goes wrong and stops working or developing properly. There were also several accidents mainly caused by engine failures on take-off He was being treated for kidney failure
The inability of an item, product or service to perform required functions on demand due to one or more defects
Decay, or defect from decay; deterioration; as, the failure of memory or of sight
If there is a failure of a business or bank, it is no longer able to continue operating. Business failures rose 16% last month. = collapse. anemia of bone marrow failure congestive heart failure heart failure kidney failure renal failure
Your failure to do a particular thing is the fact that you do not do it, even though you were expected to do it. their failure to get the product mix right
an unexpected omission; "he resented my failure to return his call"; "the mechanic's failure to check the brakes" an act that fails; "his failure to pass the test" an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose; "the surprise party was a complete failure" a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently loss of ability to function normally; "kidney failure" lack of success; "he felt that his entire life had been a failure"; "that year there was a crop failure
If something is a failure, it is not a success. The marriage was a failure and they both wanted to be free of it His six-year transition programme has by no means been a complete failure. success
Failure is a lack of success in doing or achieving something, especially in relation to a particular activity. This policy is doomed to failure Three attempts on the British 200-metre record also ended in failure. feelings of failure. success