Malnourishment

Pronunciation: /ˈmæɫˈnɝɪʃmənt/

Malnourishment (noun)

  1. A condition caused by not getting enough food or the right nutrients, which can weaken the body and harm growth.
  2. A state where the body does not receive enough energy or nutrients over time, leading to physical weakness and illness.

Examples

  • Poor nutrition health can weaken the body over time.
  • The doctor explained poor nutrition health after the tests.