noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
old model; outdated model; becoming outdated
Refers to a product (appliance, device, car, etc.) that is no longer the latest model because a newer version has been released. Can be used as a noun, with の, or as a する verb to describe the state of becoming outdated.
このスマホは型落ちだけど、まだ十分使える。
This smartphone is an old model, but it's still perfectly usable.
新製品
When a new product comes out, the previous model quickly becomes outdated.
noun
Technical term in metal casting for a defect where a piece of the mold breaks off and becomes embedded in the casting. Not used in everyday language.
鋳造工程で型落ちが発生すると、製品の品質に影響が出る。
If a drop occurs during the casting process, it affects product quality.