The meaning of SUBSISTENCE is real being : existence. How to use subsistence in a sentence.

SUBSISTENCE definition: 1. the state of having what you need in order to stay alive, but no more: 2. enough money or food…. Learn more.

SUBSISTENCE definition: the state or fact of subsisting. See examples of subsistence used in a sentence.

Definition of subsistence noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

There are 15 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun subsistence, six of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

1. the state or fact of subsisting or existing. 2. the providing of sustenance or support. 3. means of supporting life; a living or livelihood. 4. the source from which food and other items necessary …

Subsistence is the condition of just having enough food or money to stay alive. ...below the subsistence level. The standard of living today is on the edge of subsistence.

SUBSISTENCE meaning: the amount of food, money, etc., that is needed to stay alive

Subsistence means the minimal resources that are necessary for survival. If you work for subsistence, you'll probably receive food, water, and lodging (internet access not included).

In subsistence farming or subsistence agriculture, farmers produce food to eat themselves rather than to sell. Many Namibians are subsistence farmers who live in the arid borderlands.