What is the meaning of the word "scantiness"?

Definitions:

  1. A lack of abundance or adequacy, often leading to situations where needs or expectations are not fully met due to the limited availability of resources, materials, or information. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The villagers faced a harsh winter due to the scantiness of food supplies stored from the previous harvest. copy to clipboard
  2. Refers to the quality or state of being scarce or insufficient in amount, quantity, or size. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The scantiness of evidence made it difficult for the research team to draw definitive conclusions. copy to clipboard

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