underfeeding

[US]/[ˈʌndəˌfiːdɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈʌndərˌfiːdɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of not feeding someone or something adequately.; The state of being inadequately fed.
v.To not feed someone or something adequately.

Phrases & Collocations

underfeeding animals

risk of underfeeding

preventing underfeeding

underfeeding children

suspected underfeeding

underfeeding cases

avoiding underfeeding

underfeeding symptoms

history of underfeeding

underfeeding leads

Example Sentences

the shelter investigated reports of underfeeding the rescue dogs.

chronic underfeeding can lead to stunted growth in children.

we suspect the puppy was suffering from severe underfeeding.

the vet warned of the dangers of intentional underfeeding.

underfeeding livestock is illegal in many agricultural regions.

the animal rescue team discovered cases of widespread underfeeding.

repeated underfeeding can weaken an animal's immune system.

the zoo staff denied allegations of underfeeding the pandas.

underfeeding is a form of animal cruelty and is unacceptable.

the study highlighted the long-term effects of early underfeeding.

they faced charges related to neglecting and underfeeding the horses.

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