underfeeding
/ˌʌndərˈfidɪŋ/
verb
- To give too little food to a person, animal, or plant, so that they do not get enough nutrition.
- The farmer was criticized for underfeeding his cattle during the cold months.
- If you underfeed your puppy, it may not grow properly.
- Some parents accidentally underfeed their children by following overly strict diets.
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noun
- The act or state of giving someone or something too little food, resulting in inadequate nutrition.
- The charity works to prevent underfeeding in communities affected by drought.
- The veterinarian warned that underfeeding can lead to serious health problems in pets.
- Underfeeding of livestock during winter often results in lower milk production.