<p><strong>verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) to exist; continue in existence.</li><li>to remain alive; live, as on food, resources, etc.</li><li>to have existence in, or by reason of, something.</li><li>to reside, lie, or consist (usually followed by in).</li><li>Philosophy: to have timeless or abstract existence, as a number, relation, etc.</li><li>to have existence, especially independent existence.</li></ul><p><strong>verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to provide sustenance or support for; maintain.</li></ul>