nonfeeding

/ˌnɒnˈfiːdɪŋ/

Definitions

1. adjective

not requiring or capable of feeding

“The nonfeeding infants were placed on a special feeding plan.”

2. noun

a period of nonfeeding, especially in the development of certain plants or animals

“The nonfeeding stage of the insect’s life cycle was crucial for its survival.”

3. noun

a condition or state of not feeding

“The nonfeeding phenomenon was observed in the aquatic ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • non-nourishing
  • non-sustaining

Antonyms

  • nutritive
  • sustaining