Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

live-on

verb
/ˈlɪv ɔn/
Definition
To continue to exist or sustain oneself in a particular manner or condition.
Examples
  • Many people live on savings after retirement.
  • He had to live on a tight budget while studying abroad.
Meaning
To persist or endure in a certain mode of life, typically relying on a certain resource or support.
Synonyms
  • subsist
  • survive
  • exist