provide

verb

• 1 [with object] make available for use; supply:these clubs provide a much appreciated service for this area
• (provide someone with) equip or supply someone with (something useful or necessary):we were provided with a map of the area
• present or yield (something useful):neither will provide answers to these problems

• 2 [no object] (provide for) make adequate preparation for (a possible event):new qualifications must provide for changes in technology
• supply sufficient money to ensure the maintenance of (someone):Emma was handsomely provided for in Frank’s will
• (of a law) enable or allow (something to be done).

• 3 [with clause] stipulate in a will or other legal document:the order should be varied to provide that there would be no contact with the father

• 4 (provide someone to) Christian Church, historical appoint an incumbent to (a benefice).