Definitions
1.VerbTo make a living; earn money for necessities."It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage."
2.VerbTo act to prepare for something."provide against disaster."
3.VerbTo 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.VerbTo 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.; This resort provides an evening meal for its guests."
5.VerbTo furnish (with), cause to be present, supply.
6.VerbTo make possible or attainable."He provides us with an alternative option."
7.VerbTo foresee, to consider in advance.
8.VerbTo appoint to an ecclesiastical benefice before it is vacant. See provisor.