1. to take something away from someone or prevent them from having it
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘deprive’

Examples

• The new policy deprives students of their free time.
• Lack of sleep deprives the body of energy.
• The drought deprives the crops of necessary water.
• This punishment deprives him of his privileges.
• Poor lighting deprives the room of warmth.
• The illness deprives her of her appetite.