1. Relating to something that no longer exists; having ceased its functions; dead, extinct: A few broken chairs and tables were all that were left from the deserted and defunct apartment.
2. Regarding something that is not in business or service any more; inoperative: The defunct garden magazine that June subscribed to last year cost less than the new one she subscribes to now. © ALL rights are reserved.

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