■ noun
1》 the action of providing or supplying.
↘something supplied or provided.
↘( ~ for/against ) arrangements for future eventualities or requirements.
2》 ( ~s ) supplies of food, drink, or equipment, especially for a journey.
3》 a condition or requirement in a legal document.
4》 an amount set aside out of profits in the accounts of an organization for a known liability.
5》 Christian Church, historical an appointment to a benefice.
■ verb
1》 supply with ~s.
2》 set aside a ~ for a known liability.
Derivatives
~er noun