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DictionaryRoot: pro-
Latin

pro-

before, forward; on behalf of

Forms

  • pro-
  • por- — An older Latin variant retained in some compounds.

Origin

Reconstructed Proto-Indo-European *pro, ‘before; forward.’

Note

Standing in front of someone can develop into acting on that person’s behalf.

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noun / verb

provision

Supplying or preparing what is needed for use.

The shelter coordinates the provision of meals and warm clothing.

Etymology
proLatinbefore, forward; on behalf of
+visLatinsee
+ionEnglishan action, process, or result

The original idea is foresight. Preparing supplies puts that foresight into practice by making needed resources available before or when they are required.

More examples

  • The budget makes provision for replacing worn equipment.
  • We provision the boat before each long trip.
  • Volunteers provisioned the camp with food and clean water.

Forms

provision · provisions · provisioned · provisioning

provide verb — To supply what someone needs.

Similar words

supply
Emphasizes delivering needed items rather than arranging their availability.
equip
Focuses on furnishing someone or something with necessary tools.