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foible

foi·ble [ fóyb'l ] (plural foi·bles)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. weakness or quirk: an idiosyncrasy or small weakness ( usually used in the plural )

2. blade part: the weakest part of a sword blade from the middle to the point

[Mid-17th century. Via obsolete French< Old French feble (see feeble)]
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