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Definition subsistence in American English

subsistence noun

[uncountable] noun
/səbˈsɪstəns/
1

the ability to stay alive when you do not have much food or money

Synonyms and related words
poverty austerity want
2

the smallest amount of food or money that you need to stay alive

Synonyms and related words
pittance subsistence pocket money
Definition subsistence in American English