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Meaning of primary poverty | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The condition of living below the poverty line, having insufficient income to meet one's basic needs.

uncountable

Examples

“People living in primary poverty cannot obtain⟳ even the basic necessities of life (food, shelter⟳ and clothing) no matter⟳ how well they organise⟳ and manage⟳ their budgets.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

primary producer primary production primary rate interface primary reinforcement primary research primary residence

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