subsistence allowance

sub·sist·ence al·low·ance

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Definitions of subsistence allowance words

noun subsistence allowance money given in advance to a new soldier, employee, etc., to buy food, clothing, and pay for other necessities while awaiting a first pay. 1
noun subsistence allowance money paid a worker in addition to salary to cover expenses that may be incurred in the performance of the job. 1
noun subsistence allowance money paid to members of the armed forces in lieu of meals; an allowance for food. 1
noun subsistence allowance an advance paid to an employee before his or her pay begins 0
noun subsistence allowance a payment to an employee to reimburse expenses, as while on assignments 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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