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provide (something) for (someone or something) provide (something) for (someone or something)To give or supply something for the benefit or use of someone or something else. The company is one of the few that provides paid paternity leave for its employees. The city center doesn't provide nearly enough parking spaces for the amount of cars that travel in each day, so finding a free spot can be a nightmare.See also: provideprovide something for someone or somethingto supply something for someone or something. I will provide salad for the guests. Ted provided food for his dog.See also: provideprovide for someone or somethingto supply the needs of someone or something. Don't worry, we will provide for you. We will provide for the committee in the budget.See also: provideprovide forv.1. To supply someone or something with basic necessities, as food, shelter, and clothing: How long do you have to work every week to provide for such a large family?2. To take measures in preparation for something: Our forecast provides for a 6 percent decrease in sales next year.3. To set something down as a stipulation: Their employment contract provides for two weeks of vacation every year.See also: provide |