subsistent adjective & noun. [sǝb'sɪst(ǝ)nt] Now rare or obsolete. M16.
[Latin subsistent- pres. ppl stem of subsistere SUBSIST verb: see -ENT.]
A. adjective.
1. Of a quality etc.: inherent or residing in. M16-L17.

2. Existing substantially or really. E17.

3. Continuing in existence, lasting. Only in E17.

4. Existing at a specified or implied time. M19.
b. noun.
1. A subordinate, an inferior. Only in L16.

2. A person who or thing which subsists or exists. M17.

3. Theology. = SUBSISTENCE 2. L17-E19.

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