provider

noun

pro·​vid·​er prə-ˈvī-dər 

: one that provides

health care providers

an Internet provider

especially : breadwinner

Examples of provider in a Sentence

She works hard and is a good provider.

He is the sole provider for his family.

Recent Examples on the Web

Fans can also stream CBS Sports Network online with the login of a qualifying provider, such as DISH, AT&T U-verse, or Spectrum. —Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 14 Feb. 2025

The investor also established new positions in health insurer Humana as well as auto parts provider Genuine Parts in the fourth quarter. —Yun Li, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025

Both global and local brands are ramping up their Q-commerce capabilities, while Q-commerce providers are expanding their category options and brand relationships. —Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 14 Feb. 2025

Established in 2013, Paper Games clocked sales of around $850 million worldwide, according to data providers. —Yue Wang, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1523, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing provider

• access provider
• application service provider
• Internet service provider
• preferred provider
• preferred provider organization
• wireless provider