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pro·vide

provide

 
 
pronunciation:
pr vaId
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
part of speech: verb
inflections: provides, providing, provided
definition 1: to give (what is needed); supply.
The rescue team provided water and food to the victims.
antonyms:
refuse
similar words:
accommodate, allow, give
definition 2: to give something that is needed to (someone).
The company provides the workers with uniforms and necessary tools.
definition 3: to supply necessary things such as food and shelter.
She provides for her children by working hard.
similar words:
care for, cater, serve
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derivations: providable (adj.), provider (n.)
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