What does runts mean?
noun
Young chickens that are smaller than their siblings, or anything that is smaller or weaker than others of the same kind. In informal contexts, also refers to a person or thing that is considered to be of poor quality or inferior.
Example
"The farmer had to separate the runts from the rest of the flock to ensure they received proper care."
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