sustentation
/ˌsʌstənˈteɪʃən/
noun
- The act of supporting, maintaining, or providing for the basic needs of someone or something.
- For the sustentation of the old building, the city allocated funds for regular repairs.
- A balanced diet is essential for the sustentation of good health.
- The charity focuses on the sustentation of families in poverty by providing food and shelter.
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