deprivation
de pruh vay shuhn
- n a state of extreme poverty
- n the disadvantage that results from losing something
losing him is no great deprivation - n act of depriving someone of food or money or rights
deprivation of civil rights
- The maximum limit of total sleep deprivation was set at 40 hours, during which time the volunteers were accompanied in a comfortable and pleasant environment, and given healthy .
- Three studies examine Americans' sleep deprivation, pointing to cell phones and work as chief culprits, and the consequences of sleeplessness for kids.
- Senator McCain's spokesperson disputes a report that McCain raised no objection when told of the CIA's use of sleep deprivation in questioning suspected terrorists.