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drawback

noun draw·back \ˈdr-ˌbak\

: something that causes problems

Full Definition of DRAWBACK

1
:  a refund of duties especially on an imported product subsequently exported or used to produce a product for export
2
:  an objectionable feature :  disadvantage
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First Known Use of DRAWBACK

1697

Other Economics Terms

actuary, compound interest, globalization, indemnity, portfolio, rentier, stagflation, usurer

Rhymes with DRAWBACK

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DRAWBACK Defined for Kids

drawback

noun draw·back \ˈdr-ˌbak\

Definition of DRAWBACK for Kids

:  an unwanted feature or characteristic <My only drawback is that I look something like a mouse. — E. B. White, Stuart Little>

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