Meaning of the word nonconformance in English

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nonconformance

US /ˌnɑnkənˈfɔrməns/
UK /ˌnɒnkənˈfɔːməns/

Noun

failure to conform to a rule, standard, or requirement

Example:
The audit revealed several instances of nonconformance with safety regulations.
The product was rejected due to a critical nonconformance.
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