Definitions
verb
give something useful or necessary to
“We provided the room with an electrical heater”
verb
supply means of subsistence; earn a living
“He provides for his large family by working three jobs”
verb
give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance
“The hostess provided lunch for all the guests”
verb
make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain
“This procedure provides for lots of leeway”
verb
determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation
“The will provides that each child should receive half of the money”
verb
take measures in preparation for
“provide for the proper care of the passengers on the cruise ship”
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