provide

UK /pɹəˈvaɪd/ US /pɹəˈvaɪd/
verb 5

Definitions

verb

1

To make a living; earn money for necessities.

It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage.

2

To act to prepare for something.

provide against disaster.

3

To establish as a previous condition; to stipulate.

The contract provides that the work be well done.

I'll lend you the money, provided that you pay it back by Monday.

4

To give what is needed or desired, especially basic needs.

Don't bother bringing equipment, as we will provide it.

We aim to provide the local community with more green spaces.

5

To furnish (with), cause to be present, supply.

Rome […] was generally well provided with corn.

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