Definition of "Provide" :

verb: take measures in preparation for

"Provide for the proper care of the passengers on the cruise ship."

verb: determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation

"The will provides that each child should receive half of the money."

verb: give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

"The hostess provided lunch for all the guests."

verb: supply means of subsistence; earn a living

"He provides for his large family by working three jobs."

verb: give something useful or necessary to

"We provided the room with an electrical heater."

verb: mount or put up

verb: make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain

"This procedure provides for lots of leeway."