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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

famine

/ˈfeɪmɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does famine mean?

noun

A state of general scarcity of food; a period of time in which people do not have enough food to eat. A severe lack or shortage of something, especially food.

Example

"The drought led to a famine in the region, causing widespread hunger and poverty."

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