overpopulation

/ˌoʊvɚˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/ · noun

Meaning

A situation which occurs when the number of occupants of an area exceeds the ability of that area to provide for those occupants.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

overspill(English)overcrowding(English)overgrowth(English)crowding(English)congestion(English)explosion(English)over-crowding(English)overoccupation(English)spay(English)malthus(English)depletion(English)neuter(English)

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Sources

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