1. Noun
The act or process of providing or procuring; providence; foresight; preparation; management.
2. Noun
That which is provided; provisions; food.
3. Noun
A providing necessaries for the sovereign by buying them at an appraised value in preference to all others, and oven without the owner's consent. This was formerly a royal prerogative, but has long been abolished.
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