What is the word for having no food? Unpacking Starvation and Other Terms
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Food Programme, over 828 million people go to bed hungry every night. While 'hunger' and 'starving' are common terms, the word for having no food depends on the duration, severity, and context of the deprivation. This article unpacks the various terms, from the familiar to the clinical, to provide a comprehensive understanding of this critical topic.