Child support is a legal obligation for a parent to financially support their child or children. It is typically paid by the non-custodial parent to the custodial parent, and is usually determined by a court order. The two crossword solutions for the term 'child support' are 'KNEE' and 'LAP'. KNEE is a four letter word that refers to the joint between the upper and lower leg. LAP is a three letter word that refers to the area of the body that is formed when one sits with their legs bent and their arms around their legs. Both words can be used metaphorically to refer to the care and protection that a parent provides to their child.