Provisioned: meaning, definitions and examples
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provisioned
[ prəˈvɪʒ.ənd ]
supply situation
Provisioned refers to the act of supplying or equipping someone or something with necessary provisions or resources. It can also mean preparing something in advance, especially in a military or logistical context.
Synonyms
equipped, furnished, stocked, supplied.
Examples of usage
- The ship was provisioned with enough food and water for the entire journey.
- The troops were provisioned before the mission commenced.
- We ensured that the campsite was provisioned with all necessary amenities.
- The store provisioned extra stock ahead of the holiday season.
Translations
Translations of the word "provisioned" in other languages:
🇵🇹 provisionado
🇮🇳 प्रावधानित
🇩🇪 bereitgestellt
🇮🇩 disediakan
🇺🇦 забезпечений
🇵🇱 zapewniony
🇯🇵 提供された
🇫🇷 fourni
🇪🇸 proporcionado
🇹🇷 sağlanmış
🇰🇷 제공된
🇸🇦 موفر
🇨🇿 poskytovaný
🇸🇰 zabezpečený
🇨🇳 提供的
🇸🇮 zagotovljen
🇮🇸 veitt
🇰🇿 жабдықталған
🇬🇪 მომარაგებული
🇦🇿 təmin edilmiş
🇲🇽 proporcionado
Etymology
The word 'provisioned' is derived from the Middle English word 'provision,' coming from the Latin 'provisio,' which means 'a foresight or preparation.' The evolution of the term reflects its roots in the concept of preparation or supplying necessary items in advance. Over time, this term has gained additional meanings, particularly in contexts relating to military logistics, where it emphasizes the importance of having adequate supplies in preparation for operations. The use of 'provisioned' in modern English often pertains to various fields such as commerce, military, and event planning, where preparation and resource allocation are crucial.