provide (v.)give something useful or necessary to;
We provided the room with an electrical heater
provide (v.)give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance;
The hostess provided lunch for all the guests
provide (v.)determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation;
The Constitution provides for the right to free speech
The will provides that each child should receive half of the money
provide (v.)mount or put up;
provide (v.)make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain;
This procedure provides for lots of leeway
provide (v.)supply means of subsistence; earn a living;
He provides for his large family by working three jobs
Synonyms: bring home the bacon
provide (v.)take measures in preparation for;
provide for the proper care of the passengers on the cruise ship
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