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starvation

/ˈstɑːrvəˌteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does starvation mean?

noun

The state of being extremely hungry or malnourished due to lack of food, or the act of causing someone to be in this state. A severe lack of food, leading to weakness and illness.

Example

"The refugees were suffering from starvation due to the ongoing conflict."

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