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stunt development

[/stʌnt dɪˈveləpmənt/]
noun
desenvolvimento atrofiado
1. Failure of an organism or part of an organism to grow or develop normally, resulting in smaller than normal size or underdeveloped characteristics
The lack of nutrients caused stunt development in the plants.
A falta de nutrientes causou desenvolvimento atrofiado nas plantas.
2. In agriculture and horticulture, the abnormal limitation of growth in plants or crops
Stunt development in wheat can be caused by disease or poor soil conditions.
O desenvolvimento atrofiado no trigo pode ser causado por doença ou condições de solo inadequadas.
Synonyms
dwarfismgrowth retardationstunted growthunderdevelopment
Antonyms
normal growthhealthy developmentvigorous growth

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desenvolvimento atrofiado
Standard term used in agriculture and biology contexts
São Paulo
nanismo de desenvolvimento
Alternative technical term in agricultural circles
Portugal
desenvolvimento atrofiado
Standard European Portuguese equivalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

stunted growth
arrested development
fail to thrive
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