nutrient-poor

[US]/[ˈnjuː(ə)rɪnt ˈpɔː(r)]/

[UK]/[ˈnuː(ə)rɪnt ˈpɔːr]/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Lacking nutrients; deficient in essential nutrients.; Having a low concentration of nutrients.
n.Something lacking in nutrients.

nutrient-poor soil

becoming nutrient-poor

nutrient-poor food

highly nutrient-poor

nutrient-poor areas

very nutrient-poor

nutrient-poor land

find nutrient-poor

nutrient-poor water

nutrient-poor conditions

the soil was nutrient-poor, hindering plant growth significantly.

despite the nutrient-poor conditions, the hardy shrubs thrived.

the nutrient-poor water source posed a challenge to the ecosystem.

we analyzed the nutrient-poor sediment to understand its composition.

the region's nutrient-poor land requires specialized farming techniques.

the experiment investigated the impact of nutrient-poor environments on fish.

the nutrient-poor diet led to stunted growth in the young animals.

the researchers focused on species adapted to nutrient-poor habitats.

the nutrient-poor conditions limited the development of microorganisms.

improving the soil's nutrient content is crucial for better yields in nutrient-poor areas.

the study examined the effects of nutrient-poor conditions on coral reefs.

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