provide

/pɹəvˈa‍ɪd/

/pɹəˈvaɪd/

to provide

MAIN VERB

to give someone the thing that they need or want

synonyms : furnish

give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

synonyms : cater

(of a law or a rule) to specify that it is obligatory for something to be done

mount or put up

synonyms : offer

take measures in preparation for

supply means of subsistence; earn a living

make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain

synonyms : allow

Examples

1. The wood provided shelter and food for many creatures.

2. The hotel provides fresh towels for the guests every day.

3. The guide at the art gallery provided insightful commentary on the artworks.

4. The radio provides the latest weather updates.