1 Do not bring any infected birds or animals on to your property. 2  The adult fleas may be controlled by smearing the infected parts of the birds with a non-burning greasy substance such as petroleum jelly (for example Vaseline).  Birds can also be treated with a 0.5 per cent solution of maldison.
Definition of impoverished. 1  1 : reduced to poverty : poor an impoverished family/community. 2  2 : exhausted of richness or fertility impoverished soils. 3  3 of a fauna or flora : represented by few species or individuals.
Freebase(1.00 / 1 vote)Rate this definition: Poverty. Poverty is the state of one who lacks a certain amount of material possessions or money. Absolute poverty or destitution refers to the deprivation of basic human needs, which commonly includes food, water, sanitation, clothing, shelter, health care and education.