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deficiency

/dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/

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deficiencynoun

deficiencies

/dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/

The deficiency of vitamins can lead to health problems.

Дефицит витаминов может привести к проблемам со здоровьем.

There is a deficiency of skilled workers in the industry.

В отрасли наблюдается недостаток квалифицированных рабочих.

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deficiencyadjective

/dɪˈfɪʃənsi/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to a lack or insufficiency (e.g., "deficiency diseases").

deficiencynoun

A lack or shortage of something that is necessary.

The doctor diagnosed her with a vitamin D deficiency.

The state of being inadequate or insufficient in amount or quality.

The report highlighted a deficiency in the company's safety protocols.

A fault or imperfection in something.

The software's deficiency was evident in its inability to handle large data sets.

deficiencyadjective

Relating to or caused by a lack of something that is necessary; attributable to deficiency.

Deficiency diseases can be prevented by maintaining a balanced diet.