Cool MateProvision
UK /["/prəˈvɪʒn/"]/US /["/prəˈvɪʒn/"]/
Definition
the act of supplying somebody with something that they need or want; something that is supplied
In simple words: A supply or arrangement for future needs.
Examples
- The provision of clean water is essential for the health of the community.
- We made provision for extra chairs at the meeting in case of more attendees.
- The contract includes a provision that allows either party to terminate the agreement early.
- Emergency provisions such as food and blankets were stockpiled before the storm.
- The new law contains provisions aimed at protecting endangered species.
- During the hike, we carried enough provisions to last the entire trip.
- She made financial provisions for her children's education in her will.
Usage notes
Use 'provision' when discussing supplies, especially in a formal context like law or business. It's less common in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
provide + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'pro-vision' — think of a future plan with clear supplies.
Collocations
- federal
- private
- state
- provision of
- full
- adequate
- detailed
- make
- contain
- include
- apply
- allow something
- require something
- provision against
- provision for
- buy
- stock up on
- stock up with
- full
- adequate
- detailed
- make
- contain
- include
- apply
- allow something
- require something
- provision against
- provision for
Synonyms
- supply
- arrangement
- preparation
- stipulation
- requirement
Antonyms
- deprivation
- deficit
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'provisions' as just food supplies.
- Used 'provision' when 'provide' is needed.
- Misunderstood as a verb instead of a noun.