Meaning of the word subsist in English
What does subsist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
subsist
US /səbˈsɪst/
UK /səbˈsɪst/
Verb
1.
to get enough food or money to stay alive, but no more:
Example:
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The prisoners were subsisting on a diet of bread and water.
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