procure
/proʊˈkjʊr/
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Type
Verb
- Formal
Meaning
To obtain something, especially through deliberate effort or formal purchasing procedures.
The hospital managed to procure extra medical supplies before the storm arrived.
How did the department procure funding for such an ambitious research project?
To bring about an outcome or arrangement through deliberate influence or negotiation.
The diplomat worked tirelessly to procure a peaceful resolution to the border dispute.
Did the defense attorney manage to procure a reduced sentence for the client?
How it's used
This means “obtain something”
- procure the materials
“procure them.”
The contractor must procure the materials before construction begins.
Collocations
- procure supplies
- procure equipment
- procure funding
- procure services
- procure a contract
- procure an agreement
Antonyms
- lose
- forfeit