retarded development
[rɪˈtɑrdɪd dɪˈveləpmənt]
nounpl: retarded developments
desenvolvimento retardado
1. A condition in which physical, mental, or cognitive growth occurs at a slower than normal rate
The child was diagnosed with retarded development due to nutritional deficiencies.
A criança foi diagnosticada com desenvolvimento retardado devido a deficiências nutricionais.
2. In medical or scientific contexts, delayed progression or slower than expected advancement of a process or condition
The retarded development of the plant was caused by insufficient sunlight.
O desenvolvimento retardado da planta foi causado pela luz solar insuficiente.
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