Dysfunction Definition & Meaning

dysfunction
noun
  1. (medicine) any disturbance in the functioning of an organ or body part or a disturbance in the functioning of a social group; "erectile dysfunction"; "sexual relationship dysfunction"

"Dysfunction" in song lyrics

See how dysfunction is used in real songs:

  • "accommodative dysfunction"
    AOL — AOL
  • "erectile dysfunction"
    AOL — AOL
  • "conjunction junction what's your dysfunction"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dysfunction"

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