What is the meaning of provision?

noun

  • A stipulated condition.
    • usage: "he accepted subject to one provision"
  • The activity of supplying or providing something.
  • The cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening.
    • usage: "his planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties"
  • A store or supply of something (especially of food or clothing or arms. )

verb

  • Supply with provisions.
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