Definition of provide in English:

provide

verb prəˈvʌɪdprəˈvaɪd

1with object Make available for use; supply.
提供，供应；供给
these clubs provide a much appreciated service for this area
这些俱乐部为地区提供了很令人赞赏的服务。
Example sentencesExamples
- More detailed information on the particular elements of the projects will be provided as it becomes available.
- Additional monies available should be provided when the heat need is greatest.
- Our aim was to raise awareness of the benefits and support available to those who provide unpaid care.
- They provided supplies and even guides, but they would not take up arms against the British.
- Royal Engineers were also looking at renovating the existing water system and providing a more reliable supply.
- Members of the Ladies Club provided a wonderful service throughout the day with refreshments available at all times.
- The group is active in repairing schools and providing educational supplies.
- The funds have provided a supply of sturdy refuse bags to collect the debris, as well as litter pickers for everyone taking part.
- A variety of edibles and drink was provided and Joe Morrisroe supplied the music for the occasion.
- She dealt with generator problems, which provided her daily supply of fresh drinking water.
- A top US theme park was also provided with additional power supply equipment.
- Plans to provide the first gas supply to an area of Jaywick could be in the pipeline.
- An office, canteen, library, weigh bridge, roads and water supply connections would be provided.
- He added that future non-vocational programmes could be provided if money became available.
- The object would not be to make money but to provide a supply of quality classic cars for them both to drive.
- Already, the school has provided clothes and supplies for the Wilkerson children.
- There is no stipend, but college credit is available and lunch is provided.
- He expressed appreciation for the medical supplies provided by Japan to Taiwan during the SARS crisis.
- What childcare is available is provided informally by relatives who are prepared to assist for a few hours a day.
- It was turned into a pond in order to provide a ready supply of water should there be a fire nearby.
Synonyms
supply, give, issue, furnish, lay out, come up with, dispense, bestow, impart, produce, yield, bring forth, bear, deliver, donate, contribute, pledge, advance, spare, part with, allocate, distribute, allot, assign, put forward, put up, proffer, present, extend, render
informal fork out
North American informal ante up, pony up
1. 1.1provide someone with Equip or supply someone with (something useful or necessary)
  配备；预先准备，准备好
  we were provided with a map of the area
  我们自己备了一张该地区地图。
  Example sentencesExamples
  A submarine fleet is still essential in providing Canada with the necessary means to defend the world's longest coastline.
  The Commissioner identified the reasons for fixing the airport charges and that included providing Dublin with the necessary resources to develop its infrastructure so as to avoid congestion and bottlenecks.
  Sweden could provide France with the necessary military expertise.
  But the Census results provide us with reliable and useful details on which local strategies can be based.
  While we are provided with all the necessary information, the underlying feelings are regrettably absent.
  It was her role as a graduate trainee at Reuters, the first female to be taken on in this post, that provided Anne with the discipline necessary for writing a book.
  This form is used to provide you with the necessary information and to obtain your consent.
  It is not only our senses, but our very intuitive faculties that cease to provide us with the necessary adaptive knowledge.
  The soft drinks were to have provided him with a safe drinking supply.
  And his natural aggression provided David Dunn with the cover necessary to enable the 22-year-old to showcase his talents on the big stage he has always craved.
  Synonyms
  equip, furnish, issue, supply, outfit
  fit out, rig out, kit out, arm, array, attire, accoutre, provision, stock, purvey, accommodate, bestow, favour, endow, present
  informal fix up
2. 1.2 Present or yield (something useful)
  给予；生产（有用之物）
  neither will provide answers to these problems
  两者都无法给出这些问题的答案。
  Example sentencesExamples
  According to Cameron, Sun Mircosystems provided a useful point of reference in the area of industry partnerships.
  According to Paul Neville the inquiry into regional radio provides a useful model.
  This map provides a useful framework for analyzing the DNA in each chromosome.
  The present case provides an illustration of the unjust consequences of such a principle.
  The present volume provides a valuable collection of data on the selected plants.
  This site was set up by parents of a boy with eczema and provides useful information and support for other parents.
  This provides an example of useful science as contrasted with practical knowledge.
  The contest should provide some useful pointers for the upcoming winter campaigns.
  In addition, the search page provides useful examples of how to obtain specific data.
  Conference speakers also provided some useful ideas for dealing with the agreement-making process.
  What is certain is that this rhetoric provides a useful cover for a very traditional policy.
  The recent release of the genome sequence for maize provided a particularly useful data set for this analysis.
  In this way, the report provides a useful snap shot of the overall state of the networking market.
  It provides a useful starting point to determine where money is being channelled.
  I believe that the use of the software by a large group of student users provided useful feedback to the developer.
  The chapter on pearl millet provides a useful introduction to this crop.
  Synonyms
  make available, present, offer, afford, accord, give, add, bring, yield, impart, bestow, confer, lend
2provide forno object Make adequate preparation for (a possible event)
为（可能事件）作充分准备
new qualifications must provide for changes in technology
新的资格标准必须考虑到技术方面的变化。
Example sentencesExamples
- The plan is expected to provide for up to 70,000 long-stay residents who were illegally charged.
- So we are preparing and providing for the kind of investment into the modernization needs of the country and readiness needs of the country.
- He triggered the National Response Plan, which provided for a cabinet level task force, the day the hurricane hit.
- He says public transport has also been provided for under the plan.
- The planning inspector said she had seen an original plan that provided for twelve en suite double bedrooms at first floor level.
- The plan provides for a framework for the management of acid sulfate soils.
- Regarding the individual area development plan, does zoning provide for parks, playgrounds and shopping nearby?
- The plan also provided for the development of an incinerator in the Galway area as well as a land fill in North Connaught.
- The plan for the huge event provides for 25 miles of electric cable and a 50,000 gallon water supply.
- She also said that the plan should provide for a series of free-standing buildings carefully sited and framing open space.
Synonyms
prepare, allow, make provision, make preparations, be prepared, anticipate, arrange, make arrangements, get ready, plan, make plans, cater
1. 2.1 Supply sufficient money to ensure the maintenance of (someone)
  抚养，赡养，提供生计
  Emma was handsomely provided for in Frannie's will
  爱玛从弗兰妮的遗嘱中得到相当丰厚的赡养费。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Host families meet the costs of providing for the children during their Irish stay.
  Its main aim was to ensure pension provision was provided for employees.
  However, a council spokesman said it was taking immediate action to ensure a continuation of the support was provided for victims of domestic violence.
  To me, I am pro-life because I respect the fact that a child should only be brought in to a world where it can be looked after and provided for sufficiently.
  At last we will be providing for the needs of children in the 21st century to ensure that they do not become couch potatoes.
  Synonyms
  feed, nurture, nourish, give food to, provide board for
  support, maintain, keep, sustain, provide sustenance for, fend for, finance, endow
  take care of, care for, look after
2. 2.2 (of a law) enable or allow (something to be done)
  （法律）允许（做某事）
  the Bill provides for the setting of guaranteed service standards
  Example sentencesExamples
  Did the Crown act arbitrarily by bringing this matter directly before a Provincial Court Judge in the total absence of a statutory enactment which allows or provides for such a practice?
  Federal law provides for special jury selection procedures in capital cases.
  The law of defamation provides for the defences of fair comment and of qualified privilege in appropriate cases.
  The court is recognising that part of the reasonable and proper costs of providing for the plaintiff's needs is to enable her to make a present, or series of presents, to her mother.
  Many States, particularly under the pressure arising from the conclusion of treaties setting out international crimes, have passed legislation providing for jurisdiction based on nationality.
3with clause Stipulate in a will or other legal document.
（遗嘱等法律文件中）规定，订定
the order should be varied to provide that there would be no contact with the father
应把法院指令改为规定不准和父亲有任何接触。
Example sentencesExamples
- The mortgage provides that the mortgagor shall pay all municipal taxes as they fall due.
- This material plainly has to reach the expert and the clause provides that it should do so within a specific time limit.
- It provides that it is unlawful for a public authority to act in a way which is incompatible with a Convention right.
- That clause provides that a car must have lamps exhibiting a white light in front and a red light in the rear.
- General Condition 32 provided that all disputes were to be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court of Texas.
Synonyms
stipulate, lay down, have as a condition, make it a condition, require, order, ordain, demand, prescribe, state, set out, specify
4provide someone toChristian Church
historical with object Appoint an incumbent to (a benefice).
〔基督教〕〈史〉任命（牧师）担任有俸神职
Example sentencesExamples
- Laing was Rector of Tannadice in Angus, Vicar of Linlithgow, and Rector of Newlands in the diocese of Glasgow when he was provided to the See of Glasgow.
- Sometime after April 18, 1378, he was provided to the bishopric by Urban, and consecrated before March 26, 1379.

Origin

Late Middle English (also in the sense 'prepare to do, get ready'): from Latin providere 'foresee, attend to', from pro- 'before' + videre 'to see'.

vision from Middle English:
A vision initially referred to a ‘supernatural apparition’; it comes via Old French from Latin from videre ‘to see’. Revise (mid 16th century) originally ‘look again or repeatedly (at)’ is from the same source, as is provide (Late Middle English). Visit (Middle English) is from visare ‘view’ formed from videre while visual (Late Middle English) is from visus ‘sight’, again from videre. See also advice

Rhymes

abide, applied, aside, astride, backslide, beside, bestride, betide, bide, bride, chide, Clyde, cockeyed, coincide, collide, confide, cried, decide, divide, dried, elide, five-a-side, glide, guide, hide, hollow-eyed, I'd, implied, lied, misguide, nationwide, nide, offside, onside, outride, outside, pan-fried, pied, pie-eyed, pitch-side, popeyed, pride, ride, Said, shied, side, slide, sloe-eyed, snide, square-eyed, starry-eyed, statewide, Strathclyde, stride, subdivide, subside, tide, tried, undyed, wall-eyed, wide, worldwide

Definition of provide in US English:

provide

verbprəˈvīdprəˈvaɪd

1with object Make available for use; supply.
提供，供应；供给
these clubs provide a much appreciated service for this area
这些俱乐部为地区提供了很令人赞赏的服务。
Example sentencesExamples
- Already, the school has provided clothes and supplies for the Wilkerson children.
- Members of the Ladies Club provided a wonderful service throughout the day with refreshments available at all times.
- It was turned into a pond in order to provide a ready supply of water should there be a fire nearby.
- They provided supplies and even guides, but they would not take up arms against the British.
- He expressed appreciation for the medical supplies provided by Japan to Taiwan during the SARS crisis.
- There is no stipend, but college credit is available and lunch is provided.
- An office, canteen, library, weigh bridge, roads and water supply connections would be provided.
- She dealt with generator problems, which provided her daily supply of fresh drinking water.
- Plans to provide the first gas supply to an area of Jaywick could be in the pipeline.
- He added that future non-vocational programmes could be provided if money became available.
- A variety of edibles and drink was provided and Joe Morrisroe supplied the music for the occasion.
- Additional monies available should be provided when the heat need is greatest.
- Our aim was to raise awareness of the benefits and support available to those who provide unpaid care.
- The group is active in repairing schools and providing educational supplies.
- A top US theme park was also provided with additional power supply equipment.
- Royal Engineers were also looking at renovating the existing water system and providing a more reliable supply.
- The funds have provided a supply of sturdy refuse bags to collect the debris, as well as litter pickers for everyone taking part.
- What childcare is available is provided informally by relatives who are prepared to assist for a few hours a day.
- The object would not be to make money but to provide a supply of quality classic cars for them both to drive.
- More detailed information on the particular elements of the projects will be provided as it becomes available.
Synonyms
supply, give, issue, furnish, lay out, come up with, dispense, bestow, impart, produce, yield, bring forth, bear, deliver, donate, contribute, pledge, advance, spare, part with, allocate, distribute, allot, assign, put forward, put up, proffer, present, extend, render
1. 1.1provide someone with Equip or supply someone with (something useful or necessary)
  配备；预先准备，准备好
  we were provided with a map of the area
  我们自己备了一张该地区地图。
  Example sentencesExamples
  A submarine fleet is still essential in providing Canada with the necessary means to defend the world's longest coastline.
  The Commissioner identified the reasons for fixing the airport charges and that included providing Dublin with the necessary resources to develop its infrastructure so as to avoid congestion and bottlenecks.
  And his natural aggression provided David Dunn with the cover necessary to enable the 22-year-old to showcase his talents on the big stage he has always craved.
  But the Census results provide us with reliable and useful details on which local strategies can be based.
  It is not only our senses, but our very intuitive faculties that cease to provide us with the necessary adaptive knowledge.
  This form is used to provide you with the necessary information and to obtain your consent.
  While we are provided with all the necessary information, the underlying feelings are regrettably absent.
  Sweden could provide France with the necessary military expertise.
  It was her role as a graduate trainee at Reuters, the first female to be taken on in this post, that provided Anne with the discipline necessary for writing a book.
  The soft drinks were to have provided him with a safe drinking supply.
  Synonyms
  equip, furnish, issue, supply, outfit
2. 1.2 Present or yield (something useful)
  给予；生产（有用之物）
  neither will provide answers to these problems
  两者都无法给出这些问题的答案。
  Example sentencesExamples
  The contest should provide some useful pointers for the upcoming winter campaigns.
  This provides an example of useful science as contrasted with practical knowledge.
  According to Cameron, Sun Mircosystems provided a useful point of reference in the area of industry partnerships.
  According to Paul Neville the inquiry into regional radio provides a useful model.
  It provides a useful starting point to determine where money is being channelled.
  I believe that the use of the software by a large group of student users provided useful feedback to the developer.
  This map provides a useful framework for analyzing the DNA in each chromosome.
  This site was set up by parents of a boy with eczema and provides useful information and support for other parents.
  The recent release of the genome sequence for maize provided a particularly useful data set for this analysis.
  The chapter on pearl millet provides a useful introduction to this crop.
  Conference speakers also provided some useful ideas for dealing with the agreement-making process.
  The present case provides an illustration of the unjust consequences of such a principle.
  In this way, the report provides a useful snap shot of the overall state of the networking market.
  What is certain is that this rhetoric provides a useful cover for a very traditional policy.
  In addition, the search page provides useful examples of how to obtain specific data.
  The present volume provides a valuable collection of data on the selected plants.
  Synonyms
  make available, present, offer, afford, accord, give, add, bring, yield, impart, bestow, confer, lend
2provide forno object Make adequate preparation for (a possible event)
为（可能事件）作充分准备
new qualifications must provide for changes in technology
新的资格标准必须考虑到技术方面的变化。
Example sentencesExamples
- The plan for the huge event provides for 25 miles of electric cable and a 50,000 gallon water supply.
- Regarding the individual area development plan, does zoning provide for parks, playgrounds and shopping nearby?
- The plan provides for a framework for the management of acid sulfate soils.
- So we are preparing and providing for the kind of investment into the modernization needs of the country and readiness needs of the country.
- The plan is expected to provide for up to 70,000 long-stay residents who were illegally charged.
- He triggered the National Response Plan, which provided for a cabinet level task force, the day the hurricane hit.
- The planning inspector said she had seen an original plan that provided for twelve en suite double bedrooms at first floor level.
- He says public transport has also been provided for under the plan.
- She also said that the plan should provide for a series of free-standing buildings carefully sited and framing open space.
- The plan also provided for the development of an incinerator in the Galway area as well as a land fill in North Connaught.
Synonyms
prepare, allow, make provision, make preparations, be prepared, anticipate, arrange, make arrangements, get ready, plan, make plans, cater
1. 2.1 Supply sufficient money to ensure the maintenance of (someone)
  抚养，赡养，提供生计
  Emma was handsomely provided for in Frank's will
  爱玛从弗兰妮的遗嘱中得到相当丰厚的赡养费。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Its main aim was to ensure pension provision was provided for employees.
  At last we will be providing for the needs of children in the 21st century to ensure that they do not become couch potatoes.
  Host families meet the costs of providing for the children during their Irish stay.
  To me, I am pro-life because I respect the fact that a child should only be brought in to a world where it can be looked after and provided for sufficiently.
  However, a council spokesman said it was taking immediate action to ensure a continuation of the support was provided for victims of domestic violence.
  Synonyms
  feed, nurture, nourish, give food to, provide board for
2. 2.2 (of a law) enable or allow (something to be done).
  （法律）允许（做某事）
  Example sentencesExamples
  The law of defamation provides for the defences of fair comment and of qualified privilege in appropriate cases.
  Federal law provides for special jury selection procedures in capital cases.
  Did the Crown act arbitrarily by bringing this matter directly before a Provincial Court Judge in the total absence of a statutory enactment which allows or provides for such a practice?
  The court is recognising that part of the reasonable and proper costs of providing for the plaintiff's needs is to enable her to make a present, or series of presents, to her mother.
  Many States, particularly under the pressure arising from the conclusion of treaties setting out international crimes, have passed legislation providing for jurisdiction based on nationality.
3with clause Stipulate in a will or other legal document.
（遗嘱等法律文件中）规定，订定
the order should be varied to provide that there would be no contact with the father
应把法院指令改为规定不准和父亲有任何接触。
Example sentencesExamples
- The mortgage provides that the mortgagor shall pay all municipal taxes as they fall due.
- This material plainly has to reach the expert and the clause provides that it should do so within a specific time limit.
- It provides that it is unlawful for a public authority to act in a way which is incompatible with a Convention right.
- That clause provides that a car must have lamps exhibiting a white light in front and a red light in the rear.
- General Condition 32 provided that all disputes were to be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court of Texas.
Synonyms
stipulate, lay down, have as a condition, make it a condition, require, order, ordain, demand, prescribe, state, set out, specify
4provide someone toChristian Church
historical Appoint an incumbent to (a benefice).
〔基督教〕〈史〉任命（牧师）担任有俸神职
Example sentencesExamples
- Sometime after April 18, 1378, he was provided to the bishopric by Urban, and consecrated before March 26, 1379.
- Laing was Rector of Tannadice in Angus, Vicar of Linlithgow, and Rector of Newlands in the diocese of Glasgow when he was provided to the See of Glasgow.

Origin

Late Middle English (also in the sense ‘prepare to do, get ready’): from Latin providere ‘foresee, attend to’, from pro- ‘before’ + videre ‘to see’.

词汇	provide
释义	Definition of provide in English: provide verb prəˈvʌɪdprəˈvaɪd 1with object Make available for use; supply. 提供，供应；供给 these clubs provide a much appreciated service for this area 这些俱乐部为地区提供了很令人赞赏的服务。 Example sentencesExamples More detailed information on the particular elements of the projects will be provided as it becomes available. Additional monies available should be provided when the heat need is greatest. Our aim was to raise awareness of the benefits and support available to those who provide unpaid care. They provided supplies and even guides, but they would not take up arms against the British. Royal Engineers were also looking at renovating the existing water system and providing a more reliable supply. Members of the Ladies Club provided a wonderful service throughout the day with refreshments available at all times. The group is active in repairing schools and providing educational supplies. The funds have provided a supply of sturdy refuse bags to collect the debris, as well as litter pickers for everyone taking part. A variety of edibles and drink was provided and Joe Morrisroe supplied the music for the occasion. She dealt with generator problems, which provided her daily supply of fresh drinking water. A top US theme park was also provided with additional power supply equipment. Plans to provide the first gas supply to an area of Jaywick could be in the pipeline. An office, canteen, library, weigh bridge, roads and water supply connections would be provided. He added that future non-vocational programmes could be provided if money became available. The object would not be to make money but to provide a supply of quality classic cars for them both to drive. Already, the school has provided clothes and supplies for the Wilkerson children. There is no stipend, but college credit is available and lunch is provided. He expressed appreciation for the medical supplies provided by Japan to Taiwan during the SARS crisis. What childcare is available is provided informally by relatives who are prepared to assist for a few hours a day. It was turned into a pond in order to provide a ready supply of water should there be a fire nearby. Synonyms supply, give, issue, furnish, lay out, come up with, dispense, bestow, impart, produce, yield, bring forth, bear, deliver, donate, contribute, pledge, advance, spare, part with, allocate, distribute, allot, assign, put forward, put up, proffer, present, extend, render informal fork out North American informal ante up, pony up 1.1provide someone with Equip or supply someone with (something useful or necessary) 配备；预先准备，准备好 we were provided with a map of the area 我们自己备了一张该地区地图。 Example sentencesExamples A submarine fleet is still essential in providing Canada with the necessary means to defend the world's longest coastline. The Commissioner identified the reasons for fixing the airport charges and that included providing Dublin with the necessary resources to develop its infrastructure so as to avoid congestion and bottlenecks. Sweden could provide France with the necessary military expertise. But the Census results provide us with reliable and useful details on which local strategies can be based. While we are provided with all the necessary information, the underlying feelings are regrettably absent. It was her role as a graduate trainee at Reuters, the first female to be taken on in this post, that provided Anne with the discipline necessary for writing a book. This form is used to provide you with the necessary information and to obtain your consent. It is not only our senses, but our very intuitive faculties that cease to provide us with the necessary adaptive knowledge. The soft drinks were to have provided him with a safe drinking supply. And his natural aggression provided David Dunn with the cover necessary to enable the 22-year-old to showcase his talents on the big stage he has always craved. Synonyms equip, furnish, issue, supply, outfit fit out, rig out, kit out, arm, array, attire, accoutre, provision, stock, purvey, accommodate, bestow, favour, endow, present informal fix up 1.2 Present or yield (something useful) 给予；生产（有用之物） neither will provide answers to these problems 两者都无法给出这些问题的答案。 Example sentencesExamples According to Cameron, Sun Mircosystems provided a useful point of reference in the area of industry partnerships. According to Paul Neville the inquiry into regional radio provides a useful model. This map provides a useful framework for analyzing the DNA in each chromosome. The present case provides an illustration of the unjust consequences of such a principle. The present volume provides a valuable collection of data on the selected plants. This site was set up by parents of a boy with eczema and provides useful information and support for other parents. This provides an example of useful science as contrasted with practical knowledge. The contest should provide some useful pointers for the upcoming winter campaigns. In addition, the search page provides useful examples of how to obtain specific data. Conference speakers also provided some useful ideas for dealing with the agreement-making process. What is certain is that this rhetoric provides a useful cover for a very traditional policy. The recent release of the genome sequence for maize provided a particularly useful data set for this analysis. In this way, the report provides a useful snap shot of the overall state of the networking market. It provides a useful starting point to determine where money is being channelled. I believe that the use of the software by a large group of student users provided useful feedback to the developer. The chapter on pearl millet provides a useful introduction to this crop. Synonyms make available, present, offer, afford, accord, give, add, bring, yield, impart, bestow, confer, lend 2provide forno object Make adequate preparation for (a possible event) 为（可能事件）作充分准备 new qualifications must provide for changes in technology 新的资格标准必须考虑到技术方面的变化。 Example sentencesExamples The plan is expected to provide for up to 70,000 long-stay residents who were illegally charged. So we are preparing and providing for the kind of investment into the modernization needs of the country and readiness needs of the country. He triggered the National Response Plan, which provided for a cabinet level task force, the day the hurricane hit. He says public transport has also been provided for under the plan. The planning inspector said she had seen an original plan that provided for twelve en suite double bedrooms at first floor level. The plan provides for a framework for the management of acid sulfate soils. Regarding the individual area development plan, does zoning provide for parks, playgrounds and shopping nearby? The plan also provided for the development of an incinerator in the Galway area as well as a land fill in North Connaught. The plan for the huge event provides for 25 miles of electric cable and a 50,000 gallon water supply. She also said that the plan should provide for a series of free-standing buildings carefully sited and framing open space. Synonyms prepare, allow, make provision, make preparations, be prepared, anticipate, arrange, make arrangements, get ready, plan, make plans, cater 2.1 Supply sufficient money to ensure the maintenance of (someone) 抚养，赡养，提供生计 Emma was handsomely provided for in Frannie's will 爱玛从弗兰妮的遗嘱中得到相当丰厚的赡养费。 Example sentencesExamples Host families meet the costs of providing for the children during their Irish stay. Its main aim was to ensure pension provision was provided for employees. However, a council spokesman said it was taking immediate action to ensure a continuation of the support was provided for victims of domestic violence. To me, I am pro-life because I respect the fact that a child should only be brought in to a world where it can be looked after and provided for sufficiently. At last we will be providing for the needs of children in the 21st century to ensure that they do not become couch potatoes. Synonyms feed, nurture, nourish, give food to, provide board for support, maintain, keep, sustain, provide sustenance for, fend for, finance, endow take care of, care for, look after 2.2 (of a law) enable or allow (something to be done) （法律）允许（做某事） the Bill provides for the setting of guaranteed service standards Example sentencesExamples Did the Crown act arbitrarily by bringing this matter directly before a Provincial Court Judge in the total absence of a statutory enactment which allows or provides for such a practice? Federal law provides for special jury selection procedures in capital cases. The law of defamation provides for the defences of fair comment and of qualified privilege in appropriate cases. The court is recognising that part of the reasonable and proper costs of providing for the plaintiff's needs is to enable her to make a present, or series of presents, to her mother. Many States, particularly under the pressure arising from the conclusion of treaties setting out international crimes, have passed legislation providing for jurisdiction based on nationality. 3with clause Stipulate in a will or other legal document. （遗嘱等法律文件中）规定，订定 the order should be varied to provide that there would be no contact with the father 应把法院指令改为规定不准和父亲有任何接触。 Example sentencesExamples The mortgage provides that the mortgagor shall pay all municipal taxes as they fall due. This material plainly has to reach the expert and the clause provides that it should do so within a specific time limit. It provides that it is unlawful for a public authority to act in a way which is incompatible with a Convention right. That clause provides that a car must have lamps exhibiting a white light in front and a red light in the rear. General Condition 32 provided that all disputes were to be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court of Texas. Synonyms stipulate, lay down, have as a condition, make it a condition, require, order, ordain, demand, prescribe, state, set out, specify 4provide someone toChristian Church historical with object Appoint an incumbent to (a benefice). 〔基督教〕〈史〉任命（牧师）担任有俸神职 Example sentencesExamples Laing was Rector of Tannadice in Angus, Vicar of Linlithgow, and Rector of Newlands in the diocese of Glasgow when he was provided to the See of Glasgow. Sometime after April 18, 1378, he was provided to the bishopric by Urban, and consecrated before March 26, 1379. Origin Late Middle English (also in the sense 'prepare to do, get ready'): from Latin providere 'foresee, attend to', from pro- 'before' + videre 'to see'. vision from Middle English: A vision initially referred to a ‘supernatural apparition’; it comes via Old French from Latin from videre ‘to see’. Revise (mid 16th century) originally ‘look again or repeatedly (at)’ is from the same source, as is provide (Late Middle English). Visit (Middle English) is from visare ‘view’ formed from videre while visual (Late Middle English) is from visus ‘sight’, again from videre. See also advice Rhymes abide, applied, aside, astride, backslide, beside, bestride, betide, bide, bride, chide, Clyde, cockeyed, coincide, collide, confide, cried, decide, divide, dried, elide, five-a-side, glide, guide, hide, hollow-eyed, I'd, implied, lied, misguide, nationwide, nide, offside, onside, outride, outside, pan-fried, pied, pie-eyed, pitch-side, popeyed, pride, ride, Said, shied, side, slide, sloe-eyed, snide, square-eyed, starry-eyed, statewide, Strathclyde, stride, subdivide, subside, tide, tried, undyed, wall-eyed, wide, worldwide Definition of provide in US English: provide verbprəˈvīdprəˈvaɪd 1with object Make available for use; supply. 提供，供应；供给 these clubs provide a much appreciated service for this area 这些俱乐部为地区提供了很令人赞赏的服务。 Example sentencesExamples Already, the school has provided clothes and supplies for the Wilkerson children. Members of the Ladies Club provided a wonderful service throughout the day with refreshments available at all times. It was turned into a pond in order to provide a ready supply of water should there be a fire nearby. They provided supplies and even guides, but they would not take up arms against the British. He expressed appreciation for the medical supplies provided by Japan to Taiwan during the SARS crisis. There is no stipend, but college credit is available and lunch is provided. An office, canteen, library, weigh bridge, roads and water supply connections would be provided. She dealt with generator problems, which provided her daily supply of fresh drinking water. Plans to provide the first gas supply to an area of Jaywick could be in the pipeline. He added that future non-vocational programmes could be provided if money became available. A variety of edibles and drink was provided and Joe Morrisroe supplied the music for the occasion. Additional monies available should be provided when the heat need is greatest. Our aim was to raise awareness of the benefits and support available to those who provide unpaid care. The group is active in repairing schools and providing educational supplies. A top US theme park was also provided with additional power supply equipment. Royal Engineers were also looking at renovating the existing water system and providing a more reliable supply. The funds have provided a supply of sturdy refuse bags to collect the debris, as well as litter pickers for everyone taking part. What childcare is available is provided informally by relatives who are prepared to assist for a few hours a day. The object would not be to make money but to provide a supply of quality classic cars for them both to drive. More detailed information on the particular elements of the projects will be provided as it becomes available. Synonyms supply, give, issue, furnish, lay out, come up with, dispense, bestow, impart, produce, yield, bring forth, bear, deliver, donate, contribute, pledge, advance, spare, part with, allocate, distribute, allot, assign, put forward, put up, proffer, present, extend, render 1.1provide someone with Equip or supply someone with (something useful or necessary) 配备；预先准备，准备好 we were provided with a map of the area 我们自己备了一张该地区地图。 Example sentencesExamples A submarine fleet is still essential in providing Canada with the necessary means to defend the world's longest coastline. The Commissioner identified the reasons for fixing the airport charges and that included providing Dublin with the necessary resources to develop its infrastructure so as to avoid congestion and bottlenecks. And his natural aggression provided David Dunn with the cover necessary to enable the 22-year-old to showcase his talents on the big stage he has always craved. But the Census results provide us with reliable and useful details on which local strategies can be based. It is not only our senses, but our very intuitive faculties that cease to provide us with the necessary adaptive knowledge. This form is used to provide you with the necessary information and to obtain your consent. While we are provided with all the necessary information, the underlying feelings are regrettably absent. Sweden could provide France with the necessary military expertise. It was her role as a graduate trainee at Reuters, the first female to be taken on in this post, that provided Anne with the discipline necessary for writing a book. The soft drinks were to have provided him with a safe drinking supply. Synonyms equip, furnish, issue, supply, outfit 1.2 Present or yield (something useful) 给予；生产（有用之物） neither will provide answers to these problems 两者都无法给出这些问题的答案。 Example sentencesExamples The contest should provide some useful pointers for the upcoming winter campaigns. This provides an example of useful science as contrasted with practical knowledge. According to Cameron, Sun Mircosystems provided a useful point of reference in the area of industry partnerships. According to Paul Neville the inquiry into regional radio provides a useful model. It provides a useful starting point to determine where money is being channelled. I believe that the use of the software by a large group of student users provided useful feedback to the developer. This map provides a useful framework for analyzing the DNA in each chromosome. This site was set up by parents of a boy with eczema and provides useful information and support for other parents. The recent release of the genome sequence for maize provided a particularly useful data set for this analysis. The chapter on pearl millet provides a useful introduction to this crop. Conference speakers also provided some useful ideas for dealing with the agreement-making process. The present case provides an illustration of the unjust consequences of such a principle. In this way, the report provides a useful snap shot of the overall state of the networking market. What is certain is that this rhetoric provides a useful cover for a very traditional policy. In addition, the search page provides useful examples of how to obtain specific data. The present volume provides a valuable collection of data on the selected plants. Synonyms make available, present, offer, afford, accord, give, add, bring, yield, impart, bestow, confer, lend 2provide forno object Make adequate preparation for (a possible event) 为（可能事件）作充分准备 new qualifications must provide for changes in technology 新的资格标准必须考虑到技术方面的变化。 Example sentencesExamples The plan for the huge event provides for 25 miles of electric cable and a 50,000 gallon water supply. Regarding the individual area development plan, does zoning provide for parks, playgrounds and shopping nearby? The plan provides for a framework for the management of acid sulfate soils. So we are preparing and providing for the kind of investment into the modernization needs of the country and readiness needs of the country. The plan is expected to provide for up to 70,000 long-stay residents who were illegally charged. He triggered the National Response Plan, which provided for a cabinet level task force, the day the hurricane hit. The planning inspector said she had seen an original plan that provided for twelve en suite double bedrooms at first floor level. He says public transport has also been provided for under the plan. She also said that the plan should provide for a series of free-standing buildings carefully sited and framing open space. The plan also provided for the development of an incinerator in the Galway area as well as a land fill in North Connaught. Synonyms prepare, allow, make provision, make preparations, be prepared, anticipate, arrange, make arrangements, get ready, plan, make plans, cater 2.1 Supply sufficient money to ensure the maintenance of (someone) 抚养，赡养，提供生计 Emma was handsomely provided for in Frank's will 爱玛从弗兰妮的遗嘱中得到相当丰厚的赡养费。 Example sentencesExamples Its main aim was to ensure pension provision was provided for employees. At last we will be providing for the needs of children in the 21st century to ensure that they do not become couch potatoes. Host families meet the costs of providing for the children during their Irish stay. To me, I am pro-life because I respect the fact that a child should only be brought in to a world where it can be looked after and provided for sufficiently. However, a council spokesman said it was taking immediate action to ensure a continuation of the support was provided for victims of domestic violence. Synonyms feed, nurture, nourish, give food to, provide board for 2.2 (of a law) enable or allow (something to be done). （法律）允许（做某事） Example sentencesExamples The law of defamation provides for the defences of fair comment and of qualified privilege in appropriate cases. Federal law provides for special jury selection procedures in capital cases. Did the Crown act arbitrarily by bringing this matter directly before a Provincial Court Judge in the total absence of a statutory enactment which allows or provides for such a practice? The court is recognising that part of the reasonable and proper costs of providing for the plaintiff's needs is to enable her to make a present, or series of presents, to her mother. Many States, particularly under the pressure arising from the conclusion of treaties setting out international crimes, have passed legislation providing for jurisdiction based on nationality. 3with clause Stipulate in a will or other legal document. （遗嘱等法律文件中）规定，订定 the order should be varied to provide that there would be no contact with the father 应把法院指令改为规定不准和父亲有任何接触。 Example sentencesExamples The mortgage provides that the mortgagor shall pay all municipal taxes as they fall due. This material plainly has to reach the expert and the clause provides that it should do so within a specific time limit. It provides that it is unlawful for a public authority to act in a way which is incompatible with a Convention right. That clause provides that a car must have lamps exhibiting a white light in front and a red light in the rear. General Condition 32 provided that all disputes were to be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court of Texas. Synonyms stipulate, lay down, have as a condition, make it a condition, require, order, ordain, demand, prescribe, state, set out, specify 4provide someone toChristian Church historical Appoint an incumbent to (a benefice). 〔基督教〕〈史〉任命（牧师）担任有俸神职 Example sentencesExamples Sometime after April 18, 1378, he was provided to the bishopric by Urban, and consecrated before March 26, 1379. Laing was Rector of Tannadice in Angus, Vicar of Linlithgow, and Rector of Newlands in the diocese of Glasgow when he was provided to the See of Glasgow. Origin Late Middle English (also in the sense ‘prepare to do, get ready’): from Latin providere ‘foresee, attend to’, from pro- ‘before’ + videre ‘to see’.
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