What does undernourishment mean?
Definitions for undernourishment
un·der·nour·ish·ment
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Princeton's WordNet
undernourishment, malnourishmentnoun
not having enough food to develop or function normally
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undernourishmentnoun
Insufficient nourishment
undernourishmentnoun
The condition of being undernourished
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undernourishment
Undernourishment is a state or condition in which an individual does not consume or absorb an adequate amount of nutrients needed for growth, maintenance, and specific functions of the body. This shortage of necessary nutrients can lead to a variety of health issues such as stunted growth, weakened immune system, and decreased ability to work or perform regular activities. Undernourishment can occur due to an insufficient diet, poor digestion, or absorption problems within the body.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of undernourishment in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of undernourishment in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
Examples of undernourishment in a Sentence
The death of democracy is not likely to be an assassination from ambush. It will be a slow extinction from apathy, indifference, and undernourishment.
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- underernæringDanish
- underernæringNorwegian
- underernæringNorwegian Nynorsk
- undernäringSwedish
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