To provide
Example: She provides support to her team when needed
Definition
"To provide" means to supply or make available something that is needed or wanted, such as resources, assistance, or information. For example, in the phrase 'She provides support to her team when needed,' it indicates offering help or resources to others.
Etymology
The verb "to provide" originates from the Latin word 'providere,' which means 'to foresee' or 'to take precautions.' It combines 'pro-' meaning 'ahead' and 'videre' meaning 'to see.' Over time, the word evolved to mean supplying or making something available, reflecting the idea of preparing in advance.
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"To provide" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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