purvey

Definition

To prepare in advance (for or to do something); to plan, make provision.

Etymology

From Middle English purveyen, from Anglo-Norman purveer, purveir et al., Old French porveeir, porveoir, from Latin prōvidēre (“to provide”). Doublet of provide; compare prudent.

Example Sentences

• "A sayd the kynge / syn ye knowe of your aduenture puruey for hit / and put awey by your craftes that mysauenture / Nay said Merlyn it wylle not be / soo he departed from the kynge"
• "Giue no ods to your foes, but do puruay / Your selfe of sword before that bloudy day:"
• "Those who sell their own products are distinguished from purveyors, who purvey what others produce."

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