Cinderella service

noun

Any type of service that is neglected or denied resources, such as the lack of funding in mental health services.

Meanings

nounCinderella service (plural Cinderella services)

plural Cinderella services

  1. informalAny type of service that is neglected or denied resources, such as the lack of funding in mental health services.
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