provisions

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Pronunciation
/pɹəˈvɪʒ.ənz/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

An item of goods or supplies, especially food, obtained for future use.

2 Definition

The act of providing, or making previous preparation.

3 Definition

Money set aside for a future event.

4 Definition

A liability or contra account to recognise likely future adverse events associated with current transactions.

Example Sentences
  • We increased our provision for bad debts on credit sales going into the recession.
5 Definition

A clause in a legal instrument, a law, etc., providing for a particular matter; stipulation; proviso.

Synonyms
condition stipulation
Example Sentences
  • An arrest shall be made in accordance with the provisions of this Act.
6 Definition

Regular induction into a benefice, comprehending nomination, collation, and installation.

7 Definition

A nomination by the pope to a benefice before it became vacant, depriving the patron of his right of presentation.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To supply with provisions.

Example Sentences
  • to provision an army
2 Definition

To supply (a user) with an account, resources, etc. so that they can use a system.