PROVIDING

/pɹəˈvaɪdɪŋ/

Scrabble

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P(3) R(1) O(1) V(4) I(1) D(2) I(1) N(1) G(2)

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Definition

/pɹəˈvaɪdɪŋ/

verb

To make a living; earn money for necessities.
“It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage.”
To act to prepare for something.
“Provide against disaster.”
To establish as a previous condition; to stipulate.
“I'll lend you the money, provided that you pay it back by Monday.”
To give what is needed or desired, especially basic needs.
“Don't bother bringing equipment, as we will provide it.”
To furnish (with), cause to be present.

noun