foible

  1. Adjective.  (obsolete) weak.
  2. Noun.  A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
  3. Noun.  A weakness or failing of character.
  4. Noun.  (fencing) Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.

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