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Definition provision in British English

provision noun

noun
/prəˈvɪʒ(ə)n/
1

the act of providing something that someone needs

Example

The Red Cross is in charge of the provision of emergency relief.

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1.1

the fact that something is provided or available

Example

There is provision for storage in the basement.

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Example

There is no provision for expanding classroom space.

Example

We've made provision for our grandchild's education.

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3

a part of an agreement or law that deals with a particular problem

Example

This contract includes a provision for salary increases over time.

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Definition provision in British English