procurement

/pɹoʊˈkjʊəɹ.mənt/

PɹOƱKJƱƏɹ · mənt (2 syllables)

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Definition

The purchasing department of a company.

Etymology

From Old French procurement, from procurer.

Example Sentences

  • "He was responsible for the procurement of materials and supplies."
  • "I have a lot of experience in the procurement of construction materials and sub-contracts."
  • "They think it done by her procurement."
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