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undermanned

/ˌʌndərˈmænd/ adjective · British & US
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What does undermanned mean?

adjective

Having fewer people than are needed to do something, especially a job or task. Lacking sufficient personnel to perform a task or function.

Example

"The team was undermanned and struggled to complete the project on time."

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