A provisão
Example: A provisão de alimentos é essencial para emergências.
Definition
"A provisão" refers to the supply or stock of necessary items, especially food or materials, kept for future use. It is essential for ensuring availability during emergencies or times when immediate access to resources might be limited.
Etymology
The word "a provisão" comes from the Latin 'provisio,' meaning 'a providing' or 'supply.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, retaining its sense of preparation and stockpiling necessary goods. Did you know? The concept of 'provision' has been crucial since ancient times for survival and planning.
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