Definition of Deficiency
Deficiency
de·fi·cien·cy


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(noun)
Lack or shortage of something necessary or desirable.

e.g. The team's deficiency in defense led to their defeat in the championship.

(noun)
a shortage of substances necessary to health;

e.g. She had a deficiency of iron in his body.



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