provisioner
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.
Noun
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a supplier of victuals or supplies to an army
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