Noun
(uncountable)A lack of support
(uncountable)The failure to provide for one's family or other dependents
(countable) One who fails to provide support
Source: en.wiktionary.orgIdaho prosecutors said Vallow is charged with two felony counts of desertion and nonsupport of dependent children and misdemeanor charges of resisting or obstructing officers, criminal solicitation to commit a crime and contempt of court. Source: Internet
Idaho mom in court a day after FBI releases new photos of missing kidsLori Vallow faces charges of desertion and nonsupport of dependent children. Source: Internet