basicneeds
nounUK /ˌbeɪsɪk ˈniːdz/
US /ˌbeɪsɪk ˈnidz/
The things people must have to live, like food, water, and a home.
The shelter helps families get their basicneeds, such as food and clean water.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The most important things a person needs to feel safe and healthy.
Sleep and exercise are basicneeds for growing children.
3. The minimum supplies a group needs to keep going.
The team packed basicneeds like water and first-aid kits for the hike.
4. In economics, the goods people cannot do without.
Housing and heating count as basicneeds in cold climates.