1. to give insufficient food to; to feed inadequately

Examples

• The shelter was accused of underfeeding the animals in their care.
• Parents should be careful not to underfeed their growing children.
• The farmer realized he had been underfeeding his cattle during the winter months.
• Underfeeding pets can lead to serious health problems.
• The documentary showed how poverty forces families to underfeed their members.
• Veterinarians warn against underfeeding puppies during their rapid growth phase.