DEPRIVATION


Meaning of DEPRIVATION in English

n.

Pronunciation: ˌ de-pr ə - ' v ā -sh ə n also ˌ d ē - ˌ pr ī -

Function: noun

Date: 15th century

1 : the state of being deprived : PRIVATION especially : removal from an office, dignity, or benefice

2 : an act or instance of depriving : LOSS

Merriam Webster Collegiate English Dictionary.      Merriam Webster - Энциклопедический словарь английского языка.