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.