1. an inadequate supply; a shortage

1. to supply with less than what is needed or demanded

Examples

• The undersupply of affordable housing has become a major urban problem.
• There is a chronic undersupply of qualified teachers in rural areas.
• The company decided to undersupply the market initially to create demand.
• An undersupply of medical equipment led to delays in patient care.
• The factory cannot undersupply its regular customers during peak season.
• The undersupply of fresh water affects millions of people worldwide.