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overpopulation

/ˌoʊvərˌpɒpjʊˈleɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does overpopulation mean?

noun

A situation in which a population of a species exceeds the carrying capacity of its environment, often leading to reduced living standards and increased competition for resources.

Example

"The rapid growth of the human population has led to severe overpopulation in many parts of the world, resulting in food and water shortages."

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