Purvey
(verb)
- To supply or provide something, especially food or other necessities.
- To provide or furnish someone with something they require.
- To act as a supplier of goods or services.
Origin:
From middle english purveien, from old french pourveoir, from latin providere ("to provide").
Examples:
- The company purveyed fresh fruits and vegetables to local restaurants.
- The hotel purveyed room service to its guests.
- The store purveyed a wide variety of products.
- The caterer purveyed food for the event.
- The government purveyed aid to the disaster-stricken area.