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provision
[ pruh-vizh-uhn ]
noun
- a clause in a legal instrument, a law, etc., providing for a particular matter; stipulation; proviso.
Synonyms:
- the providing or supplying of something, especially of food or other necessities.
- arrangement or preparation beforehand, as for the doing of something, the meeting of needs, the supplying of means, etc.
- something provided; a measure or other means for meeting a need.
- a supply or stock of something provided.
- provisions, supplies of food.
Synonyms: , ,
- Ecclesiastical.
- an appointment to an ecclesiastical office.
- appointment by the pope to a see or benefice not yet vacant.
verb (used with object)
- to supply with provisions.
provision
/ əˈɪə /
noun
- the act of supplying or providing food, etc
- something that is supplied or provided
- preparations made beforehand (esp in the phrase make provision for )
- plural food and other necessities, esp for an expedition
- plural food obtained for a household
- a demand, condition, or stipulation formally incorporated in a document; proviso
- the conferring of and induction into ecclesiastical offices
verb
- tr to supply with provisions
Derived Forms
- ˈDzԱ, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·sDz· noun
- ·sDz· adjective
- v··sDz noun
- p·sDz noun
- p·sDz verb
- -·sDz noun
- ܲp·sDzԱ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of provision1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of provision1
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Example Sentences
The resolution would repeal the Fish and Wildlife Service’s 2024 decision under provisions of the 1996 Congressional Review Act, which enables Congress to review and disapprove rules adopted by agencies under certain circumstances.
Assembly members heard the PHA was carrying out a review of nursing provision in special schools.
Though perhaps unintended, it was this provision that allowed the Newsom administration to empty death row.
Despite the fact that much of the talk around the deal relates to Ukraine's mineral wealth, the agreement also includes provisions for new oil and gas projects, and related infrastructure.
The committee nixed that provision, leaving another that would cancel the program for those selling their homes.
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