provisioner

Thân thiện

The provisioner delivers fresh supplies to the camp.

Definition

Noun: A person or company whose business is to supply food and other necessary goods, especially to a large group of people or an institution like an army, ship, or expedition.

Usage

The term "provisioner" specifically refers to a supplier of provisions—the essential items needed for sustenance and operation, particularly in a formal, large-scale, or logistical context. It is a more formal and specific term than "supplier."

Examples

• The army hired a local provisioner to ensure a steady supply of food to the remote base.
• In the 18th century, a ship's provisioner was responsible for stocking the vessel with enough salted meat and hardtack for a long voyage.
• The expedition's success depended heavily on their provisioner, who secured all the necessary gear and rations.

Advanced Usage

• The role of a provisioner historically was critical for the mobility and survival of military forces before modern supply chains.
• In business contexts, a company acting as a provisioner might supply not just food, but also equipment and materials to other businesses or large projects.

Variants and Related Words

• Provision (noun): The act of supplying or providing something; a supply of food and other necessary items.
• Provision (verb): To supply with provisions.
• Provisions (plural noun): Supplies of food, drink, and equipment, especially for a journey.

Synonyms

• Supplier
• Purveyor (often implies supplying food)
• Victualler (specifically supplies food and drink)
• Caterer (specifically provides food for events)

Related Phrases

• Military provisioner: A supplier specializing in goods for armed forces.
• Ship's provisioner: A supplier specializing in goods for maritime voyages.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a supplier of victuals or supplies to an army

Từ đồng nghĩa

• sutler
• victualer
• victualler