Definitions

1. verb

to injure or damage the health of an animal, especially a foal, by feeding it unsuitable food

“The vet said that the horse was misnurtured as a foal and this was the reason for its current health issues.”

2. noun

the act of injuring or damaging the health of an animal, especially a foal, by feeding it unsuitable food

“The misnurture of the horse was a result of ignorance and lack of proper veterinary care.”