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undernourished

/ˌʌndəˈnʌrɪʃt/ adjective · British & US
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What does undernourished mean?

adjective

Not having enough food or nutrients to stay healthy; weak or feeble from lack of nourishment.

Example

"The undernourished child struggled to keep up with their peers in school."

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