that part of a human or animal joining the head to the body, including the part of the backbone between the skull and the shoulders; the neck.

a gratifying or satisfying.

that which satisfies or gratifies.

food.

food given by another esp. out of mercy; food (and other basic necessities) which is not earned but got from others.

a man depending on another for his food ( and living).

the condition of such a man.

a cord made by intertwisting two or more strands together.