Procure
(verb)
- To obtain or acquire something, especially with effort or skill.
- To arrange or bring about something, especially by exerting effort or influence.
- To get something done through the use of one's authority or influence.
Origin:
The word procure comes from the latin procurare, meaning "to take care of" and it has been in use since the 15th century.
Examples:
- I'll try to procure the tickets for the concert.
- She procured a meeting with the CEO.
- He procured the necessary permits for the construction.
- The company procured a new contract.
- She procured the services of a lawyer.