sustenance

providing no shelter or sustenance s

Food or sustenance for cattle, obtained from bushes and trees

A person who is devoid of talent or charm and therefore must rely on a close family member (usually a younger brother) to provide them with sustenance, shelter and attention. > Wow I didn't realize until recently what a Brother Joe I've become

v give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance v supply food ready to eat

An allowance of meat, drink, or clothing due from an abbey or other religious house for the sustenance of such of the king's servants as he may designate to receive it.