Meaning of the word deprivation in English

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deprivation

US /ˌdep.rəˈveɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdep.rɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

the state of lacking or doing without something considered essential

Example:
Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health problems.
They grew up in conditions of extreme deprivation.